Port Aransas ISD - Wireless Access Points and Uninterruptible Power Supplies - RFP FY 2027
Port Aransas Independent School DistrictSchool · Port Aransas, TX- Due
- Jan 12, 2027
- 58 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jeff Moss
- (361) 749-1200 ext 276
The 30-second brief
Port Aransas ISD seeks competitive proposals for the purchase, physical installation, and initial configuration of 76 or more cloud-managed Wi-Fi 7 wireless access points (Aruba AP-725 or equivalent) and 14 or more uninterruptible power supplies / UPS (Tripp Lite SmartPro or equivalent, comprising wall-mounted and floor rack-mounted cabinets) with associated licenses, mounting hardware, and 3-to-5 year warranties for E-Rate Funding Year 2027. Proposals are due January 12, 2027, at 1:30 PM. A mandatory walkthrough is scheduled for December 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Port Aransas ISD Administration Office, 100 S. Station Street, Port Aransas, TX 78373. Questions are due December 15, 2026. Evaluation heavily weights purchase price (30%) in accordance with FCC E-Rate rules, along with vendor reputation, quality, and meeting district needs.
76 or more wireless access points (Aruba AP-725 or equivalent); 14 or more uninterruptible power supplies / UPS (8 wall cabinet mounted, 6 floor rack mounted, Tripp Lite SmartPro or equivalent); mounting hardware; licensing; physical installation; system integration; verification and acceptance testing
Purchase price of Erate eligible goods and services: 30%, The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor’s goods and services: 15%, The quality of the vendor’s goods or services: 15%, The extent to which the goods or services meet the District’s needs: 15%, The vendor’s past relationship with the District: 13%, The total long-term cost to the District to acquire the goods or services: 10%, The impact on the ability of the District to comply with laws relating to historically underutilized businesses: 2%
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Summary
Port Aransas ISD seeks competitive proposals for the purchase, physical installation, and initial configuration of 76 or more cloud-managed Wi-Fi 7 wireless access points (Aruba AP-725 or equivalent) and 14 or more uninterruptible power supplies / UPS (Tripp Lite SmartPro or equivalent, comprising wall-mounted and floor rack-mounted cabinets) with associated licenses, mounting hardware, and 3-to-5 year warranties for E-Rate Funding Year 2027.
Proposals are due January 12, 2027, at 1:30 PM. A mandatory walkthrough is scheduled for December 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Port Aransas ISD Administration Office, 100 S. Station Street, Port Aransas, TX 78373. Questions are due December 15, 2026. Evaluation heavily weights purchase price (30%) in accordance with FCC E-Rate rules, along with vendor reputation, quality, and meeting district needs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase price of Erate eligible goods and services: 30%, The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor’s goods and services: 15%, The quality of the vendor’s goods or services: 15%, The extent to which the goods or services meet the District’s needs: 15%, The vendor’s past relationship with the District: 13%, The total long-term cost to the District to acquire the goods or services: 10%, The impact on the ability of the District to comply with laws relating to historically underutilized businesses: 2%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- 76 or more wireless access points (Aruba AP-725 or equivalent)
- 14 or more uninterruptible power supplies / UPS (8 wall cabinet mounted, 6 floor rack mounted, Tripp Lite SmartPro or equivalent)
- Mounting hardware
- Licensing
- Physical installation
- System integration
- Verification and acceptance testing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Liability and workers comp insurance
- Pricing for E-rate eligible goods and services
- Signed certifications regarding debarment and background checks
- Submit to
- [email protected] or hand-delivered/mailed to Port Aransas ISD, ATTN: Jeff Moss, 100 S. Station Street, Port Aransas, TX 78373
- Scope location
- Port Aransas, TX
- Reported agency
- Port Aransas ISD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Port Aransas Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 12, 2027. 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] or hand-delivered/mailed to Port Aransas ISD, ATTN: Jeff Moss, 100 S. Station Street, Port Aransas, TX 78373. For questions, contact Jeff Moss.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Port Aransas 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 Jeff Moss at (361) 749-1200 ext 276. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 76 or more wireless access points (Aruba AP-725 or equivalent); 14 or more uninterruptible power supplies / UPS (8 wall cabinet mounted, 6 floor rack mounted, Tripp Lite SmartPro or equivalent); mounting hardware; licensing; physical installation; system integration; verification and acceptance test. 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: "Purchase price of Erate eligible goods and services: 30%, The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor’s goods and services: 15%, The quality of the vendor’s goods or services: 15%, The extent to wh..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Port Aransas Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Port Aransas Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Port Aransas 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 January 12, 2027, 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: Liability and workers comp insurance, pricing for E-rate eligible goods and services, signed certifications regarding debarment and background checks. Review the full document from Port Aransas 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: Port Aransas, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
