Ottawa Unified School District 290 - Network Equipment and Cisco Switches E-Rate Bid - 270002401 (2027)
Ottawa Unified School District 290School · Ottawa, KS- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Webber
- (918) 445-0048
The 30-second brief
Ottawa Unified School District 290 is seeking bids for internal connections network equipment, including managed switches, cabling, stacking cables, stacking modules, and 10GB fiber modules for funding year 2027. The district intends to replace its entire fleet of Cisco 2960-X switches with comparable current generation replacements, such as Cisco Catalyst 9200L models with 5-year licensing. A total of 70 managed switches with POE+, 7 smaller managed switches, 55 stacking cables, 65 stacking modules, and 47 10GB fiber modules are requested across 11 eligible entities. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026, with questions due by October 30, 2026. All bids must be submitted via the online IFCB system at www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb along with a completed C2 Cover Page and quote or bill of materials.
55 Stacking cables, 65 Stacking modules, 47 10GB Fiber modules (4 port), 70 managed switches with POE+ and 5 year licensing (comparable to Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L), 7 managed switches with POE+ and 5 year licensing (comparable to Cisco WS-C2960X-24PD-L)
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Summary
Ottawa Unified School District 290 is seeking bids for internal connections network equipment, including managed switches, cabling, stacking cables, stacking modules, and 10GB fiber modules for funding year 2027.
The district intends to replace its entire fleet of Cisco 2960-X switches with comparable current generation replacements, such as Cisco Catalyst 9200L models with 5-year licensing. A total of 70 managed switches with POE+, 7 smaller managed switches, 55 stacking cables, 65 stacking modules, and 47 10GB fiber modules are requested across 11 eligible entities. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026, with questions due by October 30, 2026. All bids must be submitted via the online IFCB system at www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb along with a completed C2 Cover Page and quote or bill of materials.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
55 Stacking cables, 65 Stacking modules, 47 10GB Fiber modules (4 port), 70 managed switches with POE+ and 5 year licensing (comparable to Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L), 7 managed switches with POE+ and 5 year licensing (comparable to Cisco WS-C2960X-24PD-L)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
C2 Cover Page, quote or bill of materials
- Submit to
- https://www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb
- Scope location
- Ottawa, KS
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Ottawa Unified School District 290?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 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://www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb. For questions, contact Chris Webber.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Ottawa Unified School District 290 in KS, 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 Bid 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 Chris Webber at (918) 445-0048. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 55 Stacking cables, 65 Stacking modules, 47 10GB Fiber modules (4 port), 70 managed switches with POE+ and 5 year licensing (comparable to Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L), 7 managed switches with POE+ and 5 year licensing (comparable to Cisco WS-C2960X-24PD-L). 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ottawa Unified School District 290?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 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 Bid?
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: C2 Cover Page, quote or bill of materials. Review the full document from Ottawa Unified School District 290 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ottawa, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.