Mexia Independent School District - E-Rate Category 2 Network Infrastructure - RFP 270003460 (2027)
Mexia Independent School DistrictSchool · Mexia, TX- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Manuela Smith
- (254) 297-2922
The 30-second brief
Mexia Independent School District seeks proposals for E-Rate Category 2 network infrastructure services including internal connections, basic maintenance, and managed internal broadband services. The scope encompasses wireless access points (WAPs), Cisco C9120AXI-B or equivalent units, single-mode fiber cabling, Aruba CX-6200F switches, 10gbps single mode gbics, 6U wall hanging racks, Fortinet Fortigate 900G firewall appliances, APC SMX3000LVNC and SMX120BP UPS battery backups, software licenses, and hardware installation across district campuses in Mexia, Texas. Submission deadline is December 15, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the online procurement system.
Wireless Access Points (Cisco C9120AXI-B or equivalent) qty 117; Single mode fiber cabling qty 1000 feet; Switches (Aruba CX-6200F/48 port with POE or equivalent) qty 4; 10gbps single mode gbics qty 6; Single mode fiber patch cables qty 20 feet; 6U wall hanging rack qty 1; Firewall (Fortinet Fortigate 900G or equivalent) qty 1; UPS battery backup (APC SMX3000LVNC) qty 1; UPS battery backup (APC SMX120BP) qty 3; Software & licenses for WAPs, Switches, Firewall, And UPS
Price of ELIGIBLE service/product 25, Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product 20, Quality of vendor's service/product 15, Service/product meets school needs 10, Discounted bills 10, Past relationship with vendor 10, Ability to comply with Federal Program rules 5, Total long term cost to the school 5
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Summary
Mexia Independent School District seeks proposals for E-Rate Category 2 network infrastructure services including internal connections, basic maintenance, and managed internal broadband services.
The scope encompasses wireless access points (WAPs), Cisco C9120AXI-B or equivalent units, single-mode fiber cabling, Aruba CX-6200F switches, 10gbps single mode gbics, 6U wall hanging racks, Fortinet Fortigate 900G firewall appliances, APC SMX3000LVNC and SMX120BP UPS battery backups, software licenses, and hardware installation across district campuses in Mexia, Texas. Submission deadline is December 15, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the online procurement system.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Price of ELIGIBLE service/product 25
- Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product 20
- Quality of vendor's service/product 15
- Service/product meets school needs 10
- Discounted bills 10
- Past relationship with vendor 10
- Ability to comply with Federal Program rules 5
- Total long term cost to the school 5
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Wireless Access Points (Cisco C9120AXI-B or equivalent) qty 117
- Single mode fiber cabling qty 1000 feet
- Switches (Aruba CX-6200F/48 port with POE or equivalent) qty 4
- 10gbps single mode gbics qty 6
- Single mode fiber patch cables qty 20 feet
- 6U wall hanging rack qty 1
- Firewall (Fortinet Fortigate 900G or equivalent) qty 1
- UPS battery backup (APC SMX3000LVNC) qty 1
- UPS battery backup (APC SMX120BP) qty 3
- Software & licenses for WAPs, Switches, Firewall, And UPS
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003460/141122/22913908-RFP%20270003460.pdf
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net/R12/
- Scope location
- Mexia, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mexia Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 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://erate.esc12.net/R12/. For questions, contact Manuela Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mexia 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 Manuela Smith at (254) 297-2922. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wireless Access Points (Cisco C9120AXI-B or equivalent) qty 117; Single mode fiber cabling qty 1000 feet; Switches (Aruba CX-6200F/48 port with POE or equivalent) qty 4; 10gbps single mode gbics qty 6; Single mode fiber patch cables qty 20 feet; 6U wall hanging rack qty 1; Firewall (Fortinet Fortiga. 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 of ELIGIBLE service/product 25, Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product 20, Quality of vendor's service/product 15, Service/product meets school needs 10, Discounted bills 10, Past..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mexia Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Mexia Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Mexia 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 December 15, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003460/141122/22913908-RFP%20270003460.pdf. Review the full document from Mexia 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: Mexia, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
