Opportunity
E-Rate #260026411
Network Switch and Wireless Access Point Refresh with Cloud Management for Carolina Charter Academy
Posted
April 02, 2026
Respond By
April 29, 2026
Identifier
260026411
NAICS
541512, 238210
Carolina Charter Academy in Angier, North Carolina is seeking bids for a comprehensive refresh of its network infrastructure. - Buyer: Carolina Charter Academy (K-12 school) - Scope of procurement: - Replacement of 5 network switches - Replacement of 30 wireless access points - All equipment must include a 5-year cloud-based management license - All necessary software and licenses must be provided - Installation requirements: - Contractor is responsible for physical installation of all equipment - School staff will configure the equipment to match the existing setup - OEMs and vendors: - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are required or preferred - Open to all qualified vendors and manufacturers - Unique requirements: - Equipment must support cloud-based management - 5-year cloud management license is mandatory for all devices - Openness to new cloud-based management solutions is emphasized - Place of performance: - 8529 NC 55 S, Angier, NC 27501 (Carolina Charter Academy campus) - Quantities requested: - 5 switches - 30 wireless access points
Description
Carolina Charter Academy is seeking bids to refresh its current Meraki network by replacing switches and wireless access points with new models. The procurement requires cloud-based management solutions and includes physical installation by contractors, while the school will configure the equipment to mimic the existing setup. Bids must include a cloud management license for five years. The academy is open to bids from all vendors and manufacturers.