Hermitage School District - Network Switch and WAP Licenses and UPS - RFP 270001077 (2027)
Hermitage SDSchool · Hermitage, PA- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Frank Gingras
- (724) 981-8750 ext 3025
The 30-second brief
Hermitage School District seeks competitive proposals for network switch and wireless access point (WAP) licenses, switches, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) under FCC Form 470 application number 270001077 for funding year 2027. The project scope includes Cisco/Meraki Catalyst switches, wireless access points, software licenses, and Eaton UPS battery backups across schools including Hickory High School, Delahunty Middle School, Artman Elementary School, and Karen A. Ionta Elementary School in Hermitage, PA. Required equipment quantities include 170 Cisco Meraki AP licenses, Cisco C9300 switches, Meraki MS130 and MS150 switches, and Eaton 2200 and 1000 UPS units. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the technical contact. Evaluation is based primarily on the cost of eligible services (40%), requested products and services availability (25%), prior experience (20%), references (10%), and local service availability (5%).
Cisco Catalyst C9300L-24UXG-4X, Cisco Catalyst C9300X-12Y, Meraki MS130-12X, Meraki MS130-8X, Meraki MS150-48MP-4X, Meraki WAPs and licenses, Eaton 2200 UPS, Eaton 1000 UPS
Cost of Eligible Services 40%, Proposal contains requested products and services 25%, Prior experience with the vendor and installers 20%, References & Past Performance 10%, Local/Service Availability 5%
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Summary
Hermitage School District seeks competitive proposals for network switch and wireless access point (WAP) licenses, switches, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) under FCC Form 470 application number 270001077 for funding year 2027.
The project scope includes Cisco/Meraki Catalyst switches, wireless access points, software licenses, and Eaton UPS battery backups across schools including Hickory High School, Delahunty Middle School, Artman Elementary School, and Karen A. Ionta Elementary School in Hermitage, PA. Required equipment quantities include 170 Cisco Meraki AP licenses, Cisco C9300 switches, Meraki MS130 and MS150 switches, and Eaton 2200 and 1000 UPS units. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the technical contact. Evaluation is based primarily on the cost of eligible services (40%), requested products and services availability (25%), prior experience (20%), references (10%), and local service availability (5%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost of Eligible Services 40%
- Proposal contains requested products and services 25%
- Prior experience with the vendor and installers 20%
- References & Past Performance 10%
- Local/Service Availability 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Cisco Catalyst C9300L-24UXG-4X
- Cisco Catalyst C9300X-12Y
- Meraki MS130-12X
- Meraki MS130-8X
- Meraki MS150-48MP-4X
- Meraki WAPs and licenses
- Eaton 2200 UPS
- Eaton 1000 UPS
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Company overview
- Experience with K-12 and E-Rate funded projects
- Affirmative Action Statement
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Executive summary
- Detailed scope of work
- Bill of materials
- E-Rate eligible vs. non-eligible cost breakdown
- Assumptions and exclusions
- Signed E-Rate compliance statement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Hermitage, PA
- Reported agency
- Hermitage School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hermitage SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 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 Frank Gingras.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hermitage SD in PA, 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 Frank Gingras at (724) 981-8750 ext 3025. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cisco Catalyst C9300L-24UXG-4X, Cisco Catalyst C9300X-12Y, Meraki MS130-12X, Meraki MS130-8X, Meraki MS150-48MP-4X, Meraki WAPs and licenses, Eaton 2200 UPS, Eaton 1000 UPS. 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 Eligible Services 40%, Proposal contains requested products and services 25%, Prior experience with the vendor and installers 20%, References & Past Performance 10%, Local/Service Availability..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hermitage SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Hermitage SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hermitage SD 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 December 7, 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: Company overview, Experience with K-12 and E-Rate funded projects, Affirmative Action Statement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Executive summary, Detailed scope of work, Bill of materials, E-Rate eligible. Review the full document from Hermitage SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hermitage, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
