Mount Vernon School District Infrastructure Equipment RFP 2026 - USAC/E-Rate 470 #260020128
Mount Vernon School DistrictSchool · Mount Vernon, WA- Due
- Mar 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 12, 2026
- Duration
- 15 months
- Primary contact
- Tim Papendorf
- (360) 428-6200 ext 18324
The 30-second brief
Mount Vernon School District is seeking proposals for LAN infrastructure equipment and associated services in compliance with Federal E-rate regulations under USAC/E-Rate 470 #260020128. The procurement involves infrastructure upgrades and expansions for multiple facilities including Mount Vernon High School, Centennial Elementary, Harriet Rowley Elementary, Madison Elementary, Mount Baker Middle School, Aspire Academy, Jefferson Elementary, Northwest Career and Technical Academy (Quall), Skagit Academy, and Washington Elementary. Required items include Cisco or better PoE+ Gigabit switches, Layer 3 switches, SFP modules, power supplies, stacking modules and cables, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) compatible with existing Meraki Cloud Management Infrastructure and Cisco switching. Proposals are due by March 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM and evaluation is based on competitive total cost of E-rate eligible items (30 points), system requirements compliance (20 points), vendor experience and qualifications (15 points), references (15 points), warranty and support offerings (15 points), and RFP response document completeness (10 points).
2 - 25Gbe SFP Modules compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9500 switch for ~10km uplink distance; 1 - Power Supply compatible with a Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P switch; 1 - 2 port 25Gbe SFP Module compatible with a Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P switch; 1 - 25Gbe SFP Module compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P switch for ~10km uplink distance; 8 - Cisco (Equal or Better) PoE+ Gigabit Switches with redundant power supplies, 10 Gigabit (or better) Capable SFP ports, And x48 ethernet ports with x8 (or more) ethernet ports being 2.5 Gigabit (or better); 8 - Compatible Stacking Modules; 1 - Uninterruptible Power Supply with digital monitoring and network connectivity for remote management, Rated for minimum 2000 volt-ampere potential current and connecting via a NEMA 5-20P plug; 1 - Uninterruptible Power Supply with digital monitoring and network connectivity for remote management, Rated for minimum 2000 volt-ampere potential current and connecting via a NIMA 5-30P Plug; 1 - Cisco (Equal or Better) Switch with Layer 3 capability, Redundant power supplies, And at least 16 25Gbe Capable SFP ports; 2 - Cisco (or better) 10GB SFP Modules for Multimode fiber compatible with Cisco Catalyst switches (2960x or better); 1 - Cisco (Equal or Better) PoE + GigabitSwitch with Layer 3 capability, Redundant power supplies, And at least 1 25Gbe Capable SFP port; 9 - Cisco (Equal or Better) PoE+ Gigabit Switches with redundant power supplies, 10 Gigabit (or better) Capable SFP ports, And x48 ethernet ports with x8 (or more) ethernet ports being 2.5 Gigabit (or better); 9 - Compatible Stacking Modules; 2 - Compatible Stacking Cable: 3 Meter in length or longer; 1 - Compatible Stacking Cable: 1 Meter in length or longer; 2 - Power Supplies compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P Switches; 17 - Power Supplies compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9200-48P Switches; 1 - Power Supply compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Y4C Switches; 2 - 3 Meter in length or longer stacking cable compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9200-48P Switches; 4 - 2 Meter in length or longer stacking cable compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9200-48P Switches; 1 - 10Gbe Singlemode SFP for ~61 kilometer fiber run compatible with a Cisco 9300 switch & able to link with existing Cisco SFP-10G-ZR-S
Competitive total cost of E-Rate eligible items that meet all state and federal requirements - 30 Points, Ability of the proposed system(s) to meet the stated requirements - 20 Points, Vendor experience and qualifications related to delivering, installing and maintaining the proposed equipment, services, and related components - 15 Points, Vendor references for comparable installations - 15 Points, Vendor warranty, training, support and maintenance offerings - 15 Points, RFP response document completeness - 10 Points
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Summary
Mount Vernon School District is seeking proposals for LAN infrastructure equipment and associated services in compliance with Federal E-rate regulations under USAC/E-Rate 470 #260020128.
The procurement involves infrastructure upgrades and expansions for multiple facilities including Mount Vernon High School, Centennial Elementary, Harriet Rowley Elementary, Madison Elementary, Mount Baker Middle School, Aspire Academy, Jefferson Elementary, Northwest Career and Technical Academy (Quall), Skagit Academy, and Washington Elementary. Required items include Cisco or better PoE+ Gigabit switches, Layer 3 switches, SFP modules, power supplies, stacking modules and cables, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) compatible with existing Meraki Cloud Management Infrastructure and Cisco switching. Proposals are due by March 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM and evaluation is based on competitive total cost of E-rate eligible items (30 points), system requirements compliance (20 points), vendor experience and qualifications (15 points), references (15 points), warranty and support offerings (15 points), and RFP response document completeness (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Competitive total cost of E-Rate eligible items that meet all state and federal requirements - 30 Points, Ability of the proposed system(s) to meet the stated requirements - 20 Points, Vendor experience and qualifications related to delivering, installing and maintaining the proposed equipment, services, and related components - 15 Points, Vendor references for comparable installations - 15 Points, Vendor warranty, training, support and maintenance offerings - 15 Points, RFP response document completeness - 10 Points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
2 - 25Gbe SFP Modules compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9500 switch for ~10km uplink distance; 1 - Power Supply compatible with a Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P switch; 1 - 2 port 25Gbe SFP Module compatible with a Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P switch; 1 - 25Gbe SFP Module compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P switch for ~10km uplink distance; 8 - Cisco (Equal or Better) PoE+ Gigabit Switches with redundant power supplies, 10 Gigabit (or better) Capable SFP ports, And x48 ethernet ports with x8 (or more) ethernet ports being 2.5 Gigabit (or better); 8 - Compatible Stacking Modules; 1 - Uninterruptible Power Supply with digital monitoring and network connectivity for remote management, Rated for minimum 2000 volt-ampere potential current and connecting via a NEMA 5-20P plug; 1 - Uninterruptible Power Supply with digital monitoring and network connectivity for remote management, Rated for minimum 2000 volt-ampere potential current and connecting via a NIMA 5-30P Plug; 1 - Cisco (Equal or Better) Switch with Layer 3 capability, Redundant power supplies, And at least 16 25Gbe Capable SFP ports; 2 - Cisco (or better) 10GB SFP Modules for Multimode fiber compatible with Cisco Catalyst switches (2960x or better); 1 - Cisco (Equal or Better) PoE + GigabitSwitch with Layer 3 capability, Redundant power supplies, And at least 1 25Gbe Capable SFP port; 9 - Cisco (Equal or Better) PoE+ Gigabit Switches with redundant power supplies, 10 Gigabit (or better) Capable SFP ports, And x48 ethernet ports with x8 (or more) ethernet ports being 2.5 Gigabit (or better); 9 - Compatible Stacking Modules; 2 - Compatible Stacking Cable: 3 Meter in length or longer; 1 - Compatible Stacking Cable: 1 Meter in length or longer; 2 - Power Supplies compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P Switches; 17 - Power Supplies compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9200-48P Switches; 1 - Power Supply compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Y4C Switches; 2 - 3 Meter in length or longer stacking cable compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9200-48P Switches; 4 - 2 Meter in length or longer stacking cable compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9200-48P Switches; 1 - 10Gbe Singlemode SFP for ~61 kilometer fiber run compatible with a Cisco 9300 switch & able to link with existing Cisco SFP-10G-ZR-S
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Pricing document, Installation services option
- Submit to
- Mount Vernon School District #320, 124 East Lawrence, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
- Scope location
- Mount Vernon, WA
- Reported agency
- Mount Vernon School District No. 320
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mount Vernon School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 13, 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: Mount Vernon School District #320, 124 East Lawrence, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. For questions, contact Tim Papendorf.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mount Vernon 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 Tim Papendorf at (360) 428-6200 ext 18324. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 2 - 25Gbe SFP Modules compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9500 switch for ~10km uplink distance; 1 - Power Supply compatible with a Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P switch; 1 - 2 port 25Gbe SFP Module compatible with a Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P switch; 1 - 25Gbe SFP Module compatible with Cisco Catalyst C9300-48. 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: "Competitive total cost of E-Rate eligible items that meet all state and federal requirements - 30 Points, Ability of the proposed system(s) to meet the stated requirements - 20 Points, Vendor experien..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mount Vernon School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Mount Vernon School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Mount Vernon School District 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 15 months. 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: Pricing document, Installation services option. Review the full document from Mount Vernon 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: Mount Vernon, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.