Waxahachie Independent School District RFP 2026-27 Network Equipment
Waxahachie Independent School DistrictSchool · Waxahachie, TX- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
The 30-second brief
Waxahachie Independent School District is seeking proposals for Category 2 Network Equipment for the E-Rate Funding Year 2026-27. Proposals must be submitted online via Bonfire.
Category 2 Network Equipment, Installation, Configuration, Cabling, Licenses, Connectors, Components, Shipping, Handling, Taxes, Maintenance support services (MSS), Bundled warranty, Managed internal broadband services (MIBS), Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC)
Price-E-Rate eligible items, Price-Other Costs, Reputation, Quality of Service, Meet Applicant Needs, Past Relationships, Underutilized Business, Long Term Cost
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Summary
Waxahachie Independent School District is seeking proposals for Category 2 Network Equipment for the E-Rate Funding Year 2026-27. Proposals must be submitted online via Bonfire.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Price-E-Rate eligible items
- Price-Other Costs
- Reputation
- Quality of Service
- Meet Applicant Needs
- Past Relationships
- Underutilized Business
- Long Term Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Category 2 Network Equipment
- Installation
- Configuration
- Cabling
- Licenses
- Connectors
- Components
- Shipping
- Handling
- Taxes
- Maintenance support services (MSS)
- Bundled warranty
- Managed internal broadband services (MIBS)
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A - Pricing
- Attachment B - Certification
- Experience & References
- Attachment C - Vendor Forms
- Submit to
- https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal
- Scope location
- Waxahachie, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Waxahachie Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 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://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Waxahachie 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 2 Network Equipment, Installation, Configuration, Cabling, Licenses, Connectors, Components, Shipping, Handling, Taxes, Maintenance support services (MSS), Bundled warranty, Managed internal broadband services (MIBS), Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC). 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-E-Rate eligible items, Price-Other Costs, Reputation, Quality of Service, Meet Applicant Needs, Past Relationships, Underutilized Business, Long Term Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Waxahachie Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Waxahachie Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Waxahachie Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Attachment A - Pricing, Attachment B - Certification, Experience & References, Attachment C - Vendor Forms. Review the full document from Waxahachie 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: Waxahachie, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.