Harrisonburg City Public Schools - 2027 Harrisonburg C2 Network Equipment - Form 470 #270002552
Harrisonburg City Public SchoolsSchool · Harrisonburg, VA- Due
- Dec 11, 2026
- 38 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kevin Perkins
- (540) 432-3256
The 30-second brief
Harrisonburg City Public Schools is seeking proposals for E-Rate eligible Category 2 network equipment and licensing, including 12 switches, 3-year licensing, and compatible stack kits for internal connections. Named assets include Harrisonburg High School in Harrisonburg, Virginia, referencing form 470 number 270002552 and BEN 126469. The procurement requires itemized unit pricing submitted via Excel spreadsheet attachments, with offers due by December 11, 2026, and questions due by November 10, 2026. Vendors must possess a valid E-Rate SPIN and comply with FCC Form 474 service provider invoicing and federal supply chain regulations. Proposals are evaluated based on E-rate eligible costs (40%), compatibility with existing Cisco network infrastructure (25%), technical compliance (10%), solicitation requirement compliance (10%), prior experience (10%), and ineligible costs (5%).
Cisco Catalyst 9200L switches, C9200L-DNA-E-48-3Y licenses, C9200L-STACK-KIT stack kits, Shipping and freight
E-Rate Eligible Costs (40%), Compatibility with Existing Network Infrastructure (25%), Technical Compliance and Functionality (10%), Compliance with Solicitation Requirements (10%), Prior Experience (10%), E-Rate Ineligible Costs (5%)
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Summary
Harrisonburg City Public Schools is seeking proposals for E-Rate eligible Category 2 network equipment and licensing, including 12 switches, 3-year licensing, and compatible stack kits for internal connections.
Named assets include Harrisonburg High School in Harrisonburg, Virginia, referencing form 470 number 270002552 and BEN 126469. The procurement requires itemized unit pricing submitted via Excel spreadsheet attachments, with offers due by December 11, 2026, and questions due by November 10, 2026. Vendors must possess a valid E-Rate SPIN and comply with FCC Form 474 service provider invoicing and federal supply chain regulations. Proposals are evaluated based on E-rate eligible costs (40%), compatibility with existing Cisco network infrastructure (25%), technical compliance (10%), solicitation requirement compliance (10%), prior experience (10%), and ineligible costs (5%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Cisco Catalyst 9200L switches
- C9200L-DNA-E-48-3Y licenses
- C9200L-STACK-KIT stack kits
- Shipping and freight
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Completed 2027 Harrisonburg C2 Pricing Attachment in xlsx format
- SPIN
- Service provider's terms and conditions
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Duration
- 15 months
- Scope location
- Harrisonburg, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Harrisonburg City Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 11, 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] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Kevin Perkins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Harrisonburg City Public Schools in VA, 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 Kevin Perkins at (540) 432-3256. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cisco Catalyst 9200L switches, C9200L-DNA-E-48-3Y licenses, C9200L-STACK-KIT stack kits, Shipping and freight. 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: "E-Rate Eligible Costs (40%), Compatibility with Existing Network Infrastructure (25%), Technical Compliance and Functionality (10%), Compliance with Solicitation Requirements (10%), Prior Experience (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Harrisonburg City Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Harrisonburg City Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Harrisonburg City Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 11, 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: Completed 2027 Harrisonburg C2 Pricing Attachment in xlsx format, SPIN, Service provider's terms and conditions. Review the full document from Harrisonburg City Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Harrisonburg, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.