City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #26-0086-KD

Network Equipment and Wi-Fi Access Points for New Manatee County Schools (HPE Aruba, Extreme Networks)

This procurement opportunity involves the Manatee County School District's acquisition of advanced network equipment for two new school sites under the FCC E-rate program. - Government Buyer: - Manatee County School District (SDMC), Florida - Focused on Artisan Lakes Elementary and Rye Ranch Elementary - OEMs and Vendors: - Primary OEMs: HPE Aruba Networking, Extreme Networks - Awarded vendor: PC Solutions & Integration, Inc. - Products and Quantities: - HPE Aruba Networking CX 5420 6-slot Switches (2 units, S0U59A or equivalent) - HPE Aruba Networking CX 6405 v2 Switches (10 units, R0X26C or equivalent) - HPE Aruba Networking CX 6400 1800W Power Supplies (40 units, R0X35A#ABA or equivalent) - HPE Aruba Networking CX 6400 48-port PoE Modules (38 units total, R0X39C and R0X38C or equivalents) - HPE Aruba Networking CX 6400 24-port SFP+ Modules (2 units, R0X43C or equivalent) - HPE Aruba Networking CX 5420 Power Supplies and PoE Modules (various models and quantities) - ExtremeCloud IQ Indoor Tri Radio WiFi 6 Access Points (174 units, AP410C-FCC or equivalent) - Indoor Quad Radio Wi-Fi 7 Access Points (174 units, AP4020-WW or equivalent) - 5-year networking subscriptions/support (174 units, USK12-STD-A-S-C-EW-5Y or equivalent) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Only new equipment is accepted; no refurbished items or subcontracting allowed - Equipment only—no installation or configuration services required - Drop shipment to specified school sites in Manatee County, Florida - Pricing is fixed for the contract duration - All equipment must be delivered by the required date for school opening - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Artisan Lakes Elementary and Rye Ranch Elementary, Manatee County, Florida

Description

The School District of Manatee County is seeking proposals from USAC approved and qualified firms to provide Internal Connections District E-Rate Equipment solutions for all district locations within Manatee County, Florida. The procurement is part of the FCC's E-rate program to make telecommunications and information services more affordable for schools and libraries. The contract period is from April 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, and proposals must comply with E-rate rules and specifications detailed in the attachments. The district requires equipment delivery for two schools by April 2026 and emphasizes fixed pricing during the contract period.

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