Irving Independent School District - E-Rate Wireless Access Points Upgrade - RFP 27B-01-908 (2026)
Irving Independent School DistrictSchool · Irving, TX- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Gabrielle Johnson
- (972) 600-5068
The 30-second brief
Irving Independent School District is seeking proposals for the purchase and installation of E-Rate Wireless Access Points upgrades across five high school campuses and one additional instructional campus. The project involves modernizing wireless services, capacity, performance, and visibility by replacing end-of-support access points with Wi-Fi 7 capable hardware such as Cisco CW9176 or equivalent models, managed through a cloud platform like Meraki Dashboard. Services include equipment supply, installation, project management, configuration, and 60-month essentials licenses. Responses are due by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, with written questions due by November 4, 2026. The contract is a one-time purchase partially funded by the Schools and Libraries Program (SLD) Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) E-Rate program.
CW9176I-CFG Cisco Wireless 9176I, CW9176D1-CFG Cisco Wireless 9176D1, LIC-CW-E Cisco Wireless License - Essentials Duration: 60 Months, Installation, Project Management, Configuration
The Purchase Price (40 points), The reputation of the vendor's goods and/or services (10 points), The quality of the vendor's good and/or services (10 points), The extent to which the goods and/or services meet the District's needs (20 points), Number of Installations in Texas ISDs (5 points), The impact on the ability of the District to comply with laws and rules relating to historically underutilized businesses (0 point), The total long-term cost to the District to acquire the vendor's goods and/or services (15 points)
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Summary
Irving Independent School District is seeking proposals for the purchase and installation of E-Rate Wireless Access Points upgrades across five high school campuses and one additional instructional campus.
The project involves modernizing wireless services, capacity, performance, and visibility by replacing end-of-support access points with Wi-Fi 7 capable hardware such as Cisco CW9176 or equivalent models, managed through a cloud platform like Meraki Dashboard. Services include equipment supply, installation, project management, configuration, and 60-month essentials licenses. Responses are due by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, with written questions due by November 4, 2026. The contract is a one-time purchase partially funded by the Schools and Libraries Program (SLD) Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) E-Rate program.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The Purchase Price (40 points), The reputation of the vendor's goods and/or services (10 points), The quality of the vendor's good and/or services (10 points), The extent to which the goods and/or services meet the District's needs (20 points), Number of Installations in Texas ISDs (5 points), The impact on the ability of the District to comply with laws and rules relating to historically underutilized businesses (0 point), The total long-term cost to the District to acquire the vendor's goods and/or services (15 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- CW9176I-CFG Cisco Wireless 9176I
- CW9176D1-CFG Cisco Wireless 9176D1
- LIC-CW-E Cisco Wireless License - Essentials Duration: 60 Months
- Installation
- Project Management
- Configuration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal
- W-9
- Required Forms
- Financial Statement
- Addendum
- Pre-Service Affidavit
- Submit to
- https://irvingisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1123&SourceType=1
- Scope location
- Irving, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Irving Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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: https://irvingisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1123&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Gabrielle Johnson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Irving Independent School District in TX, 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 Gabrielle Johnson at (972) 600-5068. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: CW9176I-CFG Cisco Wireless 9176I, CW9176D1-CFG Cisco Wireless 9176D1, LIC-CW-E Cisco Wireless License - Essentials Duration: 60 Months, Installation, Project Management, Configuration. 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: "The Purchase Price (40 points), The reputation of the vendor's goods and/or services (10 points), The quality of the vendor's good and/or services (10 points), The extent to which the goods and/or ser..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Irving Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Irving Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Irving Independent 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 20, 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: Proposal, W-9, Required Forms, Financial Statement, Addendum, Pre-Service Affidavit. Review the full document from Irving Independent 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: Irving, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.