School District of Osceola County - Network Infrastructure Equipment - SDOC-27-018-B-DM (2026)
Osceola County School DistrictSchool · Kissimmee, FL- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Daniel Munoz
- (407) 483-3684
The 30-second brief
The School District of Osceola County, Florida is soliciting competitive sealed Bids for Network Infrastructure Equipment under solicitation SDOC-27-018-B-DM. The scope of work includes furnishing network infrastructure equipment such as switches, network patch cables, wireless access points, racks, and related components (Cisco Systems or equivalent) along with basic maintenance of internal connections, for eligible schools within the District. This procurement is part of the E-Rate program (Funding Year 2027), with a 36-month contract term beginning October 1, 2027 through September 30, 2030. Bids are due by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET via VendorLink. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM via Microsoft Teams. Alternate product submittals are due by October 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM. A 10% SBE/VBE participation goal applies, and bidders must be authorized resellers and registered telecommunications common carriers.
Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Switches (Basic Maintenance), Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (Basic Maintenance), Racks, Racks (Basic Maintenance), Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Wireless Access Points (Basic Maintenance)
Proper submittal of all required documentation (Responsive), Total cost and delivery (Responsible)
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Summary
The School District of Osceola County, Florida is soliciting competitive sealed Bids for Network Infrastructure Equipment under solicitation SDOC-27-018-B-DM. The scope of work includes furnishing network infrastructure equipment such as switches, network patch cables, wireless access points, racks, and related components (Cisco Systems or equivalent) along with basic maintenance of internal connections, for eligible schools within the District.
This procurement is part of the E-Rate program (Funding Year 2027), with a 36-month contract term beginning October 1, 2027 through September 30, 2030. Bids are due by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET via VendorLink. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM via Microsoft Teams. Alternate product submittals are due by October 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM. A 10% SBE/VBE participation goal applies, and bidders must be authorized resellers and registered telecommunications common carriers.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proper submittal of all required documentation (Responsive), Total cost and delivery (Responsible)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Switches (Basic Maintenance)
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related Components
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related Components (Basic Maintenance)
- Racks
- Racks (Basic Maintenance)
- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Wireless Access Points (Basic Maintenance)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment B - Completed Bidder’s Acknowledgement and agreement of the Standard Terms and Conditions, Signed addenda, Attachment C - References Form, Attachment D - Bid Price Sheet, Attachment H - Bidder’s Statement of Principal Place of Business, Litigation history, Financial statements, Local Business Tax Receipts, Certificate of insurance, Contact information for orders and coordination, Subcontractor information if applicable, SBE/VBE participation documentation, Alternate product specifications and samples, Telecommunications Common Carrier documentation, Manufacturer proof of authorized reseller
- Submit to
- https://vendorlink.osceola.org
- Scope location
- Kissimmee, FL
- Reported agency
- School District of Osceola County
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Osceola County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 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://vendorlink.osceola.org. For questions, contact Daniel Munoz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Osceola County School District in FL, 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 Daniel Munoz at (407) 483-3684. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Switches (Basic Maintenance), Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (Basic Maintenance), Racks, Racks (Basic Maintenance), Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Wireless Access Po. 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: "Proper submittal of all required documentation (Responsive), Total cost and delivery (Responsible)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Osceola County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Osceola County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Osceola County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 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: Attachment B - Completed Bidder’s Acknowledgement and agreement of the Standard Terms and Conditions, Signed addenda, Attachment C - References Form, Attachment D - Bid Price Sheet, Attachment H - Bid. Review the full document from Osceola County 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: Kissimmee, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.