Hermiston School District 8 - HE27-47001-Network Equipment E-Rate Form 470 RFP - 2027
Hermiston School District 8School · Hermiston, OR- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jeffrey Kelso
- (541) 667-6998
The 30-second brief
Hermiston School District 8 is seeking bids for internal connections including battery backups, switches, network equipment, licenses, installation, and related components under FCC Form 470 for Funding Year 2027. Required hardware includes Eaton 9PX Gen 2 UPS units, Cisco Catalyst 9300 and 9500 switches, stacking cables, network modules, and QSFP+ transceivers. Bidders must clearly separate E-rate eligible and ineligible charges in their proposals, and all quantities are approximations. All bids and written questions must be submitted to Technology Manager Jeff Kelso by October 23rd, 2026, with a final submission deadline of November 5th, 2026. The district will consider 1-year, multi-year, and extension options, with price being the primary evaluation factor.
Eaton 9PX Gen 2 UPS, 5000 VA, 5000W; Catalyst 9300 48-port 2.5G copper with modular uplinks, UPOE, Network Essentials; Catalyst 9500 24X1/10/25G and 4-port 40/100G, K12; StackWise-480/1T 3m stacking cable spare; Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+; Cisco Compatible 40GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ 1310nm 10km Duplex LC/UPC SMF Transceiver Module
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Summary
Hermiston School District 8 is seeking bids for internal connections including battery backups, switches, network equipment, licenses, installation, and related components under FCC Form 470 for Funding Year 2027.
Required hardware includes Eaton 9PX Gen 2 UPS units, Cisco Catalyst 9300 and 9500 switches, stacking cables, network modules, and QSFP+ transceivers. Bidders must clearly separate E-rate eligible and ineligible charges in their proposals, and all quantities are approximations. All bids and written questions must be submitted to Technology Manager Jeff Kelso by October 23rd, 2026, with a final submission deadline of November 5th, 2026. The district will consider 1-year, multi-year, and extension options, with price being the primary evaluation factor.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Eaton 9PX Gen 2 UPS, 5000 VA, 5000W
- Catalyst 9300 48-port 2.5G copper with modular uplinks, UPOE, Network Essentials
- Catalyst 9500 24X1/10/25G and 4-port 40/100G, K12
- StackWise-480/1T 3m stacking cable spare
- Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+
- Cisco Compatible 40GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ 1310nm 10km Duplex LC/UPC SMF Transceiver Module
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001672/145125/22723173-HE27_RFP_C2_2027_28%20Category%202%20Network%20Equipment_2.pdf
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- HERMISTON, OR
- Reported agency
- HERMISTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 8
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hermiston School District 8?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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 Jeffrey Kelso.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hermiston School District 8 in OR, 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 Jeffrey Kelso at (541) 667-6998. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Eaton 9PX Gen 2 UPS, 5000 VA, 5000W; Catalyst 9300 48-port 2.5G copper with modular uplinks, UPOE, Network Essentials; Catalyst 9500 24X1/10/25G and 4-port 40/100G, K12; StackWise-480/1T 3m stacking cable spare; Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+; Cisco C. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hermiston School District 8?
All active and historical solicitations from Hermiston School District 8 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hermiston School District 8 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 5, 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/Form470/270001672/145125/22723173-HE27_RFP_C2_2027_28%20Category%202%20Network%20Equipment_2.pdf. Review the full document from Hermiston School District 8 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: HERMISTON, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.