FY2027 Monroe SD Switches and Firewall Renewal
Monroe School DistrictSchool · Monroe, WA- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Oct 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Stone
- (253) 271-9653
The 30-second brief
Monroe School District is seeking competitive bids for E-rate Category Two-eligible network switches and related eligible components, as well as renewal of its Fortinet Firewall product. This project upgrades the local area network (LAN) switching infrastructure across district facilities including Hidden River Middle School, Park Place Middle School, and Salem Woods Elementary in Monroe, Washington. Required equipment includes Ubiquiti Pro or equivalent PoE/PoE+ or PoE++ switches (USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE and USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE) and a 12-month renewal FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FC-10-F11HE-247-02-12). Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST, with questions due by November 4, 2026. Bids must be submitted manually by email to Jill Stone.
USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE (720W), USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE (400), FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FC-10-F11HE-247-02-12), Installed and fully tested network switches, Configuration documentation and topology diagrams, Warranty and support documentation, Final asset inventory, E-rate-compliant itemized invoice
Price of Eligible Goods and Services 35%, Compatibility with Existing infrastructure 30%, Manufacturer’s Warranties 15%, References/Past Performance 10%, Reseller Authorization 10%, Brief Agency Description 5%, Certifications 5%, Price of Ineligible Goods and Services if any 5%, Proposed Contracts 5%
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Summary
Monroe School District is seeking competitive bids for E-rate Category Two-eligible network switches and related eligible components, as well as renewal of its Fortinet Firewall product.
This project upgrades the local area network (LAN) switching infrastructure across district facilities including Hidden River Middle School, Park Place Middle School, and Salem Woods Elementary in Monroe, Washington. Required equipment includes Ubiquiti Pro or equivalent PoE/PoE+ or PoE++ switches (USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE and USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE) and a 12-month renewal FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FC-10-F11HE-247-02-12). Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST, with questions due by November 4, 2026. Bids must be submitted manually by email to Jill Stone.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price of Eligible Goods and Services 35%
- Compatibility with Existing infrastructure 30%
- Manufacturer’s Warranties 15%
- References/Past Performance 10%
- Reseller Authorization 10%
- Brief Agency Description 5%
- Certifications 5%
- Price of Ineligible Goods and Services if any 5%
- Proposed Contracts 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE (720W)
- USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE (400)
- FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FC-10-F11HE-247-02-12)
- Installed and fully tested network switches
- Configuration documentation and topology diagrams
- Warranty and support documentation
- Final asset inventory
- E-rate-compliant itemized invoice
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Appendix A: Required Certification
- Appendix C: Intent to Bid Letter
- Appendix D: Pricing Sheet
- Vendor compliance with USAC SPAC filed
- Brief agency background
- Proposed contract
- Manufacturer's warranties
- References
- Compatibility with existing infrastructure
- Reseller authorization
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Monroe, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Monroe School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 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]. For questions, contact Jill Stone.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Monroe School District in WA, 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 Jill Stone at (253) 271-9653. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE (720W), USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE (400), FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FC-10-F11HE-247-02-12), Installed and fully tested network switches, Configuration documentation and topology diagrams, Warranty and support documentation, Final asset inventory, E-rate-compliant itemized inv. 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 Goods and Services 35%, Compatibility with Existing infrastructure 30%, Manufacturer’s Warranties 15%, References/Past Performance 10%, Reseller Authorization 10%, Brief Agency Descr..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Monroe School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Monroe School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Monroe 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 30, 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: Appendix A: Required Certification, Appendix C: Intent to Bid Letter, Appendix D: Pricing Sheet, vendor compliance with USAC SPAC filed, brief agency background, proposed contract, manufacturer's warr. Review the full document from Monroe 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: Monroe, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.