Hannibal 60 School District E-Rate Category 2 Network Equipment and Firewall RFP FY2027-C2-EQUIP-01
Hannibal 60 School DistrictSchool · Hannibal, MO- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Watkins
- (573) 406-3064
The 30-second brief
Hannibal School District 60 is seeking competitive proposals for E-Rate Category 2 eligible internal connections equipment, licensing, installation, and setup services for Funding Year 2027-2028. The procurement includes enterprise switching infrastructure utilizing HPE Aruba enterprise switching hardware or equivalent, such as 24-port SFP+ optical/copper aggregation switches, 120-port PoE+ Gigabit access switches, and optical transceivers/cables. Additionally, the scope covers a perimeter security appliance utilizing Fortinet FortiGate or equivalent delivering a minimum of 5 Gbps Threat Protection / NGFW throughput with UTP subscription, along with turnkey professional installation, configuration, and testing services. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, with questions due by November 9, 2026. Bidders must possess a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and Form 473 verification. Evaluation will be based primarily on cost, followed by single-vendor turnkey solution capability, technical compliance, vendor qualifications, and implementation timeline.
Aruba CX 6300M 24p SFP+ Aggregation Switch, 48-Port Aruba CX 48G PoE+ Access Switch, Secondary Redundant PSUs & Stacking Modules, 10G SFP+ Transceivers / DAC Uplink Cables, FortiGate Next-Gen Firewall (5 Gbps Threat), FortiCare 24x7 & FortiGuard UTP Subscription, Turnkey Professional Installation & Setup
Cost of E-Rate Eligible Products and Services (Primary Factor), 35 Points; Single-Vendor Turnkey Solution, 20 Points; Technical Compliance & Hardware Performance, 15 Points; Vendor Qualifications, E-Rate Experience, & References, 15 Points; Implementation Timeline & Scope of Work Plan, 10 Points; Ineligible Cost, 5 Points
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Summary
Hannibal School District 60 is seeking competitive proposals for E-Rate Category 2 eligible internal connections equipment, licensing, installation, and setup services for Funding Year 2027-2028.
The procurement includes enterprise switching infrastructure utilizing HPE Aruba enterprise switching hardware or equivalent, such as 24-port SFP+ optical/copper aggregation switches, 120-port PoE+ Gigabit access switches, and optical transceivers/cables. Additionally, the scope covers a perimeter security appliance utilizing Fortinet FortiGate or equivalent delivering a minimum of 5 Gbps Threat Protection / NGFW throughput with UTP subscription, along with turnkey professional installation, configuration, and testing services. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, with questions due by November 9, 2026. Bidders must possess a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and Form 473 verification. Evaluation will be based primarily on cost, followed by single-vendor turnkey solution capability, technical compliance, vendor qualifications, and implementation timeline.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of E-Rate Eligible Products and Services (Primary Factor), 35 Points
- Single-Vendor Turnkey Solution, 20 Points
- Technical Compliance & Hardware Performance, 15 Points
- Vendor Qualifications, E-Rate Experience, & References, 15 Points
- Implementation Timeline & Scope of Work Plan, 10 Points
- Ineligible Cost, 5 Points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Aruba CX 6300M 24p SFP+ Aggregation Switch
- 48-Port Aruba CX 48G PoE+ Access Switch
- Secondary Redundant PSUs & Stacking Modules
- 10G SFP+ Transceivers / DAC Uplink Cables
- FortiGate Next-Gen Firewall (5 Gbps Threat)
- FortiCare 24x7 & FortiGuard UTP Subscription
- Turnkey Professional Installation & Setup
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Itemized Pricing Table
- Valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) & Form 473 verification
- Three (3) K-12 or enterprise references
- Proposed Project Plan & Scope of Work timeline
- Vendor Certification Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- HANNIBAL, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hannibal 60 School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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]. For questions, contact John Watkins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hannibal 60 School District in MO, 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 John Watkins at (573) 406-3064. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Aruba CX 6300M 24p SFP+ Aggregation Switch, 48-Port Aruba CX 48G PoE+ Access Switch, Secondary Redundant PSUs & Stacking Modules, 10G SFP+ Transceivers / DAC Uplink Cables, FortiGate Next-Gen Firewall (5 Gbps Threat), FortiCare 24x7 & FortiGuard UTP Subscription, Turnkey Professional Installation &. 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: "Cost of E-Rate Eligible Products and Services (Primary Factor), 35 Points; Single-Vendor Turnkey Solution, 20 Points; Technical Compliance & Hardware Performance, 15 Points; Vendor Qualifications, E-R..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hannibal 60 School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hannibal 60 School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hannibal 60 School District 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 19, 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: Itemized Pricing Table, Valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) & Form 473 verification, Three (3) K-12 or enterprise references, Proposed Project Plan & Scope of Work timeline, Vendor Cer. Review the full document from Hannibal 60 School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: HANNIBAL, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.