Lewisville Independent School District - Datacenter Network Refresh - RFQ #10-2026
Lewisville Independent School DistrictSchool · Lewisville, TX- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shelly Shackelton
- (972) 350-4750
The 30-second brief
Lewisville Independent School District is seeking quotes for a turnkey, fully operational network solution to replace its datacenter Core, Distribution, Edge, and Fabric network systems under RFQ #10-2026. The project involves implementing a new 100G Spine/Leaf setup across two active-active datacenters located in Lewisville, TX, replacing the existing Cisco Nexus 9K-based ACI Fabric and NX-OS environment. Vendors may quote a complete Arista system, a complete Cisco system, individual Additional Equipment items, or any combination. Scope encompasses equipment, software, licensing, support, implementation, configuration, migration, fiber infrastructure, testing, and documentation. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, with questions due by October 13, 2026.
Complete Cisco System and Implementation, Complete Arista System and Implementation, Additional Equipment, Vendor-Identified Requirements / Components
Quoted pricing, compliance with the requirements of this RFQ, quality and compatibility of the proposed equipment and solution, the extent to which the proposed solution meets the District's needs, total cost
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Summary
Lewisville Independent School District is seeking quotes for a turnkey, fully operational network solution to replace its datacenter Core, Distribution, Edge, and Fabric network systems under RFQ #10-2026.
The project involves implementing a new 100G Spine/Leaf setup across two active-active datacenters located in Lewisville, TX, replacing the existing Cisco Nexus 9K-based ACI Fabric and NX-OS environment. Vendors may quote a complete Arista system, a complete Cisco system, individual Additional Equipment items, or any combination. Scope encompasses equipment, software, licensing, support, implementation, configuration, migration, fiber infrastructure, testing, and documentation. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, with questions due by October 13, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quoted pricing, compliance with the requirements of this RFQ, quality and compatibility of the proposed equipment and solution, the extent to which the proposed solution meets the District's needs, total cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Complete Cisco System and Implementation
- Complete Arista System and Implementation
- Additional Equipment
- Vendor-Identified Requirements / Components
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- W-9 Form
- LISD Terms and Conditions
- Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295)
- LISD Purchasing Insurance Requirements
- Vendor Insurance Acknowledgment
- National DPA
- Pre-Employment or Pre-Service Affidavit
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire Form
- LISD Public Records Agreement
- Submit to
- 1565A West Main Street, Lewisville, TX 75067 USA | [email protected]
- Scope location
- Lewisville, TX
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Lewisville Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: 1565A West Main Street, Lewisville, TX 75067 USA | [email protected]. For questions, contact Shelly Shackelton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Lewisville 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 RFQ 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 Shelly Shackelton at (972) 350-4750. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Complete Cisco System and Implementation, Complete Arista System and Implementation, Additional Equipment, Vendor-Identified Requirements / Components. 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: "Quoted pricing, compliance with the requirements of this RFQ, quality and compatibility of the proposed equipment and solution, the extent to which the proposed solution meets the District's needs, to..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lewisville Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Lewisville Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lewisville 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 6, 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 RFQ?
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: W-9 Form, LISD Terms and Conditions, Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295), LISD Purchasing Insurance Requirements, Vendor Insurance Acknowledgment, National DPA, Pre-Employment or Pre-Service. Review the full document from Lewisville 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: Lewisville, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.