Gardner Edgerton USD 231 High School Network Upgrade RFP - Form 470 #270003025 (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 requests proposals for Cisco equipment or functionally equivalent solutions for a high school network upgrade under FCC Form 470 #270003025, FY2027. The scope includes internal connections and basic maintenance for 39 switches with necessary components and software, including Catalyst 9300 48-port mGig UPoE+ switches, power supplies, network modules, SFP modules, stacking cables, and DNA Essentials 48-port term licenses. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, with questions due by November 13, 2026. Bidders must maintain an active SPIN, comply with E-Rate program rules, and provide itemized pricing for eligible and ineligible components.
C9300X-48HX-EDU Catalyst 9300 48-port mGig UPoE+, PWR-C1-1100WAC-P Power Supply, CAB-TA-NA Power Cable, C9300-SSD-NONE, STACK-T1-50CM Stacking Cable, CAB-SPWR-30CM Stack Power Cable, C9K-ACC-RBFT Rubber Feet, C9K-ACC-SCR-4 Screws, CAB-GUIDE-1RU Cable Management, C9300X-NM-8Y Network Module, NETWORK-PNP-LIC Network Plug-n-Play Connect, C9300-DNA-E-48 DNA Essentials Licenses, SFP-25G-SR-S= 25GBASE-SR SFP Module
Price of eligible products and services as the primary factor
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Summary
Gardner Edgerton USD 231 requests proposals for Cisco equipment or functionally equivalent solutions for a high school network upgrade under FCC Form 470 #270003025, FY2027.
The scope includes internal connections and basic maintenance for 39 switches with necessary components and software, including Catalyst 9300 48-port mGig UPoE+ switches, power supplies, network modules, SFP modules, stacking cables, and DNA Essentials 48-port term licenses. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, with questions due by November 13, 2026. Bidders must maintain an active SPIN, comply with E-Rate program rules, and provide itemized pricing for eligible and ineligible components.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price of eligible products and services as the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- C9300X-48HX-EDU Catalyst 9300 48-port mGig UPoE+
- PWR-C1-1100WAC-P Power Supply
- CAB-TA-NA Power Cable
- C9300-SSD-NONE
- STACK-T1-50CM Stacking Cable
- CAB-SPWR-30CM Stack Power Cable
- C9K-ACC-RBFT Rubber Feet
- C9K-ACC-SCR-4 Screws
- CAB-GUIDE-1RU Cable Management
- C9300X-NM-8Y Network Module
- NETWORK-PNP-LIC Network Plug-n-Play Connect
- C9300-DNA-E-48 DNA Essentials Licenses
- SFP-25G-SR-S= 25GBASE-SR SFP Module
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Detailed functional-equivalence documentation
- Delivery and implementation schedule
- Itemized recurring and nonrecurring charges
- E-Rate eligibility documentation
- 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: C9300X-48HX-EDU Catalyst 9300 48-port mGig UPoE+, PWR-C1-1100WAC-P Power Supply, CAB-TA-NA Power Cable, C9300-SSD-NONE, STACK-T1-50CM Stacking Cable, CAB-SPWR-30CM Stack Power Cable, C9K-ACC-RBFT Rubber Feet, C9K-ACC-SCR-4 Screws, CAB-GUIDE-1RU Cable Management, C9300X-NM-8Y Network Module, NETWORK-. 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.
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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: Detailed functional-equivalence documentation, delivery and implementation schedule, itemized recurring and nonrecurring charges, E-Rate eligibility documentation. 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.