Kent ISD - Network Electronics: Firewall and UPS Maintenance RFP - 270001171 - 2027
Kent ISDSchool · Grand Rapids, MI- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tim Lillis
- (616) 447-3073
The 30-second brief
Kent ISD is seeking proposals for network electronics, firewall hardware, software licenses, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) maintenance services across eleven school district buildings in Grand Rapids and Wyoming, Michigan. The project involves furnishing firewall network electronics (Fortinet or equivalent), QSFP28 passive direct attach copper cables, Juniper compatible DAC cables, and basic maintenance of internal connections (BMIC) for UPS battery backup systems (Liebert and Vertiv units). Bidders must provide project management, design, installation, activation, configuration, training, and a 3-year warranty covering workmanship and components. Submission requirements include a 5 percent bid bond for bids of $31,321 or more, intent to bid form, bid signature page, bill of materials, familial disclosure affidavit, and an iran linked business affidavit. The deadline for sealed bids is November 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
FG-1200G-BDL-950-60, QSFP-100G-CU5M, QSFP-100G-CU3M, JNP-100G-DAC-0-5M-PRO, JNP-100G-DAC-0-3M-PRO, GXT5-1000LVRT2UXLN, GXT5-1500LVRT2UXLN, GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLN, GXT5-3000LVRT2UXLN, GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN, GXT5-750LVRT2UXLN, GXT5LI-1500LVRT2U, GXT5-EBC48VRT2U, GXT5LI-2000LVRT2UXLN, Extra Battery Cabinet
Price, product quality, service, delivery, maintenance, adherence to specifications, past performance, vendor reliability, warranties, familiarity with the projects and facilities
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Summary
Kent ISD is seeking proposals for network electronics, firewall hardware, software licenses, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) maintenance services across eleven school district buildings in Grand Rapids and Wyoming, Michigan.
The project involves furnishing firewall network electronics (Fortinet or equivalent), QSFP28 passive direct attach copper cables, Juniper compatible DAC cables, and basic maintenance of internal connections (BMIC) for UPS battery backup systems (Liebert and Vertiv units). Bidders must provide project management, design, installation, activation, configuration, training, and a 3-year warranty covering workmanship and components. Submission requirements include a 5 percent bid bond for bids of $31,321 or more, intent to bid form, bid signature page, bill of materials, familial disclosure affidavit, and an iran linked business affidavit. The deadline for sealed bids is November 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Price
- Product quality
- Service
- Delivery
- Maintenance
- Adherence to specifications
- Past performance
- Vendor reliability
- Warranties
- Familiarity with the projects and facilities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- FG-1200G-BDL-950-60
- QSFP-100G-CU5M
- QSFP-100G-CU3M
- JNP-100G-DAC-0-5M-PRO
- JNP-100G-DAC-0-3M-PRO
- GXT5-1000LVRT2UXLN
- GXT5-1500LVRT2UXLN
- GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLN
- GXT5-3000LVRT2UXLN
- GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN
- GXT5-750LVRT2UXLN
- GXT5LI-1500LVRT2U
- GXT5-EBC48VRT2U
- GXT5LI-2000LVRT2UXLN
- Extra Battery Cabinet
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Bond
- Intent to Bid Form (Appendix A)
- Bid Signature Page (Appendix B)
- Bill of Materials (Appendix C)
- Familial Disclosure Affidavit (Appendix D)
- Iran Linked Business Affidavit (Appendix E)
- Prevailing Wage Rate Schedule (Appendix F)
- Submit to
- Kent ISD Administration Building, 2930 Knapp Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 and Triple R bidder portal
- Scope location
- Grand Rapids, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kent ISD?
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: Kent ISD Administration Building, 2930 Knapp Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 and Triple R bidder portal. For questions, contact Tim Lillis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kent ISD 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 Tim Lillis at (616) 447-3073. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: FG-1200G-BDL-950-60, QSFP-100G-CU5M, QSFP-100G-CU3M, JNP-100G-DAC-0-5M-PRO, JNP-100G-DAC-0-3M-PRO, GXT5-1000LVRT2UXLN, GXT5-1500LVRT2UXLN, GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLN, GXT5-3000LVRT2UXLN, GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN, GXT5-750LVRT2UXLN, GXT5LI-1500LVRT2U, GXT5-EBC48VRT2U, GXT5LI-2000LVRT2UXLN, Extra Battery Cabinet. 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, product quality, service, delivery, maintenance, adherence to specifications, past performance, vendor reliability, warranties, familiarity with the projects and facilities" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kent ISD?
All active and historical solicitations from Kent ISD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Kent ISD 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.
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: Bid Bond, Intent to Bid Form (Appendix A), Bid Signature Page (Appendix B), Bill of Materials (Appendix C), Familial Disclosure Affidavit (Appendix D), Iran Linked Business Affidavit (Appendix E), Pre. Review the full document from Kent ISD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grand Rapids, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.