Monroe School District - Switches and Firewall License Renewal - MSD_11_3_2026 (2026)
Monroe School DistrictSchool · Monroe, WA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 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, related eligible components, and a firewall subscription renewal. The project upgrades the local area network (LAN) switching infrastructure across 12 schools, including Chain Lake, Fryelands, Salem Woods, Frank Wagner, and Maltby Elementary, Hidden River and Park Place Middle Schools, and Monroe and Leaders High Schools. Requested hardware includes Ubiquiti Pro or equivalent PoE switches (such as USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE and USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE) and a 12-month renewal FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FortiGate FG-1100E). Bids are due by December 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST, with questions due by November 11, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price of eligible goods and services (45%), compatibility with existing infrastructure (20%), manufacturer's warranties (15%), references and past performance (10%), and reseller authorization (10%).
USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE, USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE, FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FC-10-F11HE-247-02-12)
Price of Eligible Goods and Services 45%, Compatibility with Existing Infrastructure 20%, Manufacturer’s Warranties 15%, References/Past Performance 10%, Reseller Authorization 10%
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Summary
Monroe School District is seeking competitive bids for E-rate Category Two-eligible network switches, related eligible components, and a firewall subscription renewal.
The project upgrades the local area network (LAN) switching infrastructure across 12 schools, including Chain Lake, Fryelands, Salem Woods, Frank Wagner, and Maltby Elementary, Hidden River and Park Place Middle Schools, and Monroe and Leaders High Schools. Requested hardware includes Ubiquiti Pro or equivalent PoE switches (such as USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE and USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE) and a 12-month renewal FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FortiGate FG-1100E). Bids are due by December 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST, with questions due by November 11, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price of eligible goods and services (45%), compatibility with existing infrastructure (20%), manufacturer's warranties (15%), references and past performance (10%), and reseller authorization (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price of Eligible Goods and Services 45%
- Compatibility with Existing Infrastructure 20%
- Manufacturer’s Warranties 15%
- References/Past Performance 10%
- Reseller Authorization 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE
- USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE
- FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FC-10-F11HE-247-02-12)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Appendix A Required Certification
- Appendix C Intent to Bid Letter
- Appendix D Pricing Sheet
- 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 December 1, 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, USW-Pro-Max-24-PoE, FortiGate Basic Firewall subscription (FC-10-F11HE-247-02-12). 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 45%, Compatibility with Existing Infrastructure 20%, Manufacturer’s Warranties 15%, References/Past Performance 10%, Reseller Authorization 10%" 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 December 1, 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. 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.