Jackson County Intermediate School District - Vandercook Lake Public Schools Switching Upgrade - 2026
Vandercook Lake Public SchoolsSchool · Jackson, MI- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brad Hess
- (517) 990-8076
The 30-second brief
Jackson County Intermediate School District on behalf of Vandercook Lake Public Schools is accepting proposals for internal connections, network switches, cabling, and necessary software and licenses, including Cisco C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU (C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU), 1100W secondary power supplies, C9300L-stack-kits, and stack kit long cables, or equivalent. The project involves E-Rate Category 2 funding for funding year 2027. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026 at 2:10 p.m., with technical questions due by October 20, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Submissions may be delivered to Brad Hess at Jackson County Intermediate School District, 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, MI 49201 or emailed to [email protected]. Vendors must have an E-rate SPIN designation and a current Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473 on file with USAC.
6: C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU (C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU); 6: 1100W Secondary power supply; 6: C9300L-STACK-KIT; 1: stack kit long cable; Cabling (100 Feet)
Compliance with bid documents, Completeness of bid, Price/Total cost of ownership, Anticipated completion timelines/Equipment availability, Contractor qualifications, Previous experience, Compatibility with the district's existing hardware and software solutions, Understanding of needs
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Summary
Jackson County Intermediate School District on behalf of Vandercook Lake Public Schools is accepting proposals for internal connections, network switches, cabling, and necessary software and licenses, including Cisco C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU (C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU), 1100W secondary power supplies, C9300L-stack-kits, and stack kit long cables, or equivalent.
The project involves E-Rate Category 2 funding for funding year 2027. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026 at 2:10 p.m., with technical questions due by October 20, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Submissions may be delivered to Brad Hess at Jackson County Intermediate School District, 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, MI 49201 or emailed to [email protected]. Vendors must have an E-rate SPIN designation and a current Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473 on file with USAC.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Compliance with bid documents
- Completeness of bid
- Price/Total cost of ownership
- Anticipated completion timelines/Equipment availability
- Contractor qualifications
- Previous experience
- Compatibility with the district's existing hardware and software solutions
- Understanding of needs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 6: C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU (C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU)
- 6: 1100W Secondary power supply
- 6: C9300L-STACK-KIT
- 1: stack kit long cable
- Cabling (100 Feet)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Itemized list of all hardware items including quantity, description, part numbers, and cost
- Quotes used when ordering
- Completed Price Summary Form
- Notarized Conflict of Interest Affidavit
- Certification of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Form
- Contractor Agreement Form
- Vendor's SPIN number
- Equivalent Equipment Questionnaire
- Equipment availability/Lead Times
- Submit to
- [email protected] / Jackson County Intermediate School District, 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, MI 49201
- Scope location
- Jackson, MI
- Reported agency
- Jackson County Intermediate School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vandercook Lake Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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] / Jackson County Intermediate School District, 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, MI 49201. For questions, contact Brad Hess.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vandercook Lake Public Schools in MI, 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 Brad Hess at (517) 990-8076. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 6: C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU (C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU); 6: 1100W Secondary power supply; 6: C9300L-STACK-KIT; 1: stack kit long cable; Cabling (100 Feet). 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: "Compliance with bid documents, Completeness of bid, Price/Total cost of ownership, Anticipated completion timelines/Equipment availability, Contractor qualifications, Previous experience, Compatibilit..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Vandercook Lake Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Vandercook Lake Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Vandercook Lake Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 list of all hardware items including quantity, description, part numbers, and cost; Quotes used when ordering; Completed Price Summary Form; Notarized Conflict of Interest Affidavit; Certific. Review the full document from Vandercook Lake 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: Jackson, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.