Sabine Parish School Board - Network Electronics RFP 0747E-26C.1 - Network Electronics
Sabine Parish School DistrictSchool · Many, LA- Due
- Mar 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
Sabine Parish School Board is seeking proposals for network electronics, specialized technology equipment, and services under RFP 0747E-26C.1. The project involves furnishing and installing hardware including Palo Alto firewalls, APC Smart-UPS units, StarTech single-mode and multi-mode fiber patch cables, Cat6 Ethernet patch cables, and patch panels to support E-Rate funded network infrastructure improvements in Many, LA. Vendors must provide itemized pricing on Form 471 Block 5 Item 21 sheets, hold valid Louisiana contractor licenses, and meet E-Rate program requirements including a valid SPIN number. Proposals are due by March 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM PST, with inquiries submitted through the project website by March 4, 2026. Evaluation criteria consist of Price (50%), Experience & Qualifications (30%), and Accuracy of Proposal Response (20%).
Palo Alto Firewall (PAN-PA-1420), Palo Alto Networks Partner Enabled Support (PAN-SVC-BKLN-1420-3YR), Palo Alto Networks Core Security Subscription (PAN-PA-1420-BND-CORESEC-3YR), Quick Start Service For NGFW (PAN-CONSULT-NGFW-QS-PA14XX), 2M LC/UPC single-mode to LC/UPC single-mode cables (SMDOS2LCLC2M), LC/UPC single-mode to LC/UPC single-mode cables (SMDOS2LCLC1M), 1M LC/UPC duplex multi-mode to LC/UPC duplex multi-mode cables (OM4RLCLC1M), 3M LC/UPC duplex multi-mode to LC/UPC duplex multi-mode cables (OM4RLCLC3M), 1U 24-Port STP Shielded Cat 6A Ethernet Patch Panel with Inline Keystone (180138), APC Smart-UPS 2200VA Tower (SMT2200J), Battery Replacement For UPS, Cat6 Gigabit Molded UTP Ethernet Cables (N200-UR01-BL, N200-003-BL, N200-006-BL, N200-010-BL)
Price (50%), Experience & Qualifications (30%), Accuracy of Proposal Response (20%)
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Summary
Sabine Parish School Board is seeking proposals for network electronics, specialized technology equipment, and services under RFP 0747E-26C.1.
The project involves furnishing and installing hardware including Palo Alto firewalls, APC Smart-UPS units, StarTech single-mode and multi-mode fiber patch cables, Cat6 Ethernet patch cables, and patch panels to support E-Rate funded network infrastructure improvements in Many, LA. Vendors must provide itemized pricing on Form 471 Block 5 Item 21 sheets, hold valid Louisiana contractor licenses, and meet E-Rate program requirements including a valid SPIN number. Proposals are due by March 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM PST, with inquiries submitted through the project website by March 4, 2026. Evaluation criteria consist of Price (50%), Experience & Qualifications (30%), and Accuracy of Proposal Response (20%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Palo Alto Firewall (PAN-PA-1420), Palo Alto Networks Partner Enabled Support (PAN-SVC-BKLN-1420-3YR), Palo Alto Networks Core Security Subscription (PAN-PA-1420-BND-CORESEC-3YR), Quick Start Service For NGFW (PAN-CONSULT-NGFW-QS-PA14XX), 2M LC/UPC single-mode to LC/UPC single-mode cables (SMDOS2LCLC2M), LC/UPC single-mode to LC/UPC single-mode cables (SMDOS2LCLC1M), 1M LC/UPC duplex multi-mode to LC/UPC duplex multi-mode cables (OM4RLCLC1M), 3M LC/UPC duplex multi-mode to LC/UPC duplex multi-mode cables (OM4RLCLC3M), 1U 24-Port STP Shielded Cat 6A Ethernet Patch Panel with Inline Keystone (180138), APC Smart-UPS 2200VA Tower (SMT2200J), Battery Replacement For UPS, Cat6 Gigabit Molded UTP Ethernet Cables (N200-UR01-BL, N200-003-BL, N200-006-BL, N200-010-BL)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Proposal Form
- Electronic Item 21 Attachment Sheet
- Substitution Listing
- Designation of Subcontractors
- Noncollusion Affidavit
- Proposal Bond
- Contractor's Qualifications Form
- Contractor License Certification Form
- Manufacture's Certification Form
- Contractor Agreement
- Submit to
- https://projects.infinitycomm.com
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Many, LA
- Reported agency
- Sabine Parish School Board
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sabine Parish School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 9, 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://projects.infinitycomm.com.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sabine Parish School District in LA, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Palo Alto Firewall (PAN-PA-1420), Palo Alto Networks Partner Enabled Support (PAN-SVC-BKLN-1420-3YR), Palo Alto Networks Core Security Subscription (PAN-PA-1420-BND-CORESEC-3YR), Quick Start Service For NGFW (PAN-CONSULT-NGFW-QS-PA14XX), 2M LC/UPC single-mode to LC/UPC single-mode cables (SMDOS2LCLC. 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 (50%), Experience & Qualifications (30%), Accuracy of Proposal Response (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sabine Parish School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Sabine Parish School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Sabine Parish 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 1 year. 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: Proposal Form, Electronic Item 21 Attachment Sheet, Substitution Listing, Designation of Subcontractors, Noncollusion Affidavit, Proposal Bond, Contractor's Qualifications Form, Contractor License Cer. Review the full document from Sabine Parish 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: Many, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.