Gardner Edgerton USD 231 Creekside Elementary Network Request for Proposals - 2027
Gardner Edgerton Unified School District 231School · Gardner, KS- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Andy Price
- (913) 856-2052
The 30-second brief
Gardner Edgerton USD 231 is requesting proposals for Cisco equipment or functionally equivalent solutions to support the network at Creekside Elementary School. The project scope includes internal connections and basic maintenance of internal connections, specifically 43 wireless access points (Meraki CW9186I-MR) and 9 switches (Cisco Catalyst 9300), along with necessary software, licenses, transceivers, and accessories. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST, and questions are due by November 13, 2026. This is an E-Rate Form 470 procurement for funding year 2027 (Form 470 #270003024). Submissions should be sent electronically to Andy Price and Eddie Holt.
SFP-10/25G-LR-S=, SFP-25G-SR-S=, CW9186I-MR, LIC-ENT-5YR, C9300X-48HX-EDU, C9300-DNA-A-48, C9300-DNA-A-48-3Y, TE-EMBEDDED-T, TE-EMBEDDED-T-3Y, D-DNAS-EXT-S-T, D-DNAS-EXT-S-3Y, C9300-NW-A-48, PWR-C1-1100WAC-P, PWR-C1-1100WAC-P/2, CAB-TA-NA, C9300-SSD-NONE, STACK-T1-50CM, CAB-SPWR-30CM, TE-C9K-SW, C9K-ACC-RBFT, C9K-ACC-SCR-4, CAB-GUIDE-1RU, C9300X-NM-8Y, NETWORK-PNP-LIC, SC9300UK9-1718, C9300-DNA-E-48, C9300-DNA-E-48-3Y, C9300-NW-E-48, PWR-C1-BLANK
Price of eligible products and services as the primary factor
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Summary
Gardner Edgerton USD 231 is requesting proposals for Cisco equipment or functionally equivalent solutions to support the network at Creekside Elementary School.
The project scope includes internal connections and basic maintenance of internal connections, specifically 43 wireless access points (Meraki CW9186I-MR) and 9 switches (Cisco Catalyst 9300), along with necessary software, licenses, transceivers, and accessories. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST, and questions are due by November 13, 2026. This is an E-Rate Form 470 procurement for funding year 2027 (Form 470 #270003024). Submissions should be sent electronically to Andy Price and Eddie Holt.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price of eligible products and services as the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
29- SFP-10/25G-LR-S=
- SFP-25G-SR-S=
- CW9186I-MR
- LIC-ENT-5YR
- C9300X-48HX-EDU
- C9300-DNA-A-48
- C9300-DNA-A-48-3Y
- TE-EMBEDDED-T
- TE-EMBEDDED-T-3Y
- D-DNAS-EXT-S-T
- D-DNAS-EXT-S-3Y
- C9300-NW-A-48
- PWR-C1-1100WAC-P
- PWR-C1-1100WAC-P/2
- CAB-TA-NA
- C9300-SSD-NONE
- STACK-T1-50CM
- CAB-SPWR-30CM
- TE-C9K-SW
- C9K-ACC-RBFT
- C9K-ACC-SCR-4
- CAB-GUIDE-1RU
- C9300X-NM-8Y
- NETWORK-PNP-LIC
- SC9300UK9-1718
- C9300-DNA-E-48
- C9300-DNA-E-48-3Y
- C9300-NW-E-48
- PWR-C1-BLANK
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003024/137560/22851750-Gardner%20Edgerton%20USD231%20Creekside%20Elementary%20Network%20RFP.pdf
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Gardner, KS
- Reported agency
- Gardner Edgerton USD 231
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Gardner Edgerton Unified School District 231?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Andy Price.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Gardner Edgerton Unified School District 231 in KS, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Andy Price at (913) 856-2052. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: SFP-10/25G-LR-S=, SFP-25G-SR-S=, CW9186I-MR, LIC-ENT-5YR, C9300X-48HX-EDU, C9300-DNA-A-48, C9300-DNA-A-48-3Y, TE-EMBEDDED-T, TE-EMBEDDED-T-3Y, D-DNAS-EXT-S-T, D-DNAS-EXT-S-3Y, C9300-NW-A-48, PWR-C1-1100WAC-P, PWR-C1-1100WAC-P/2, CAB-TA-NA, C9300-SSD-NONE, STACK-T1-50CM, CAB-SPWR-30CM, TE-C9K-SW, C9K. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price of eligible products and services as the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Gardner Edgerton Unified School District 231?
All active and historical solicitations from Gardner Edgerton Unified School District 231 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Gardner Edgerton Unified School District 231 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003024/137560/22851750-Gardner%20Edgerton%20USD231%20Creekside%20Elementary%20Network%20RFP.pdf. Review the full document from Gardner Edgerton Unified School District 231 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gardner, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.