E-Rate #270000136

Wireless Access Point Licensing, Support, and Expansion for Calcasieu Parish School Board

The Calcasieu Parish School Board (CPSB) is seeking E-rate eligible proposals for wireless networking equipment and support services to maintain and expand its district-wide wireless infrastructure. - Government Buyer: - Calcasieu Parish School Board, Technology Department (Lake Charles, Louisiana) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Extreme Networks (primary OEM for existing and new wireless access points) - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are acceptable - Products/Services Requested: - Renewal of cloud management licensing, software maintenance, and manufacturer support for approximately 4,000 existing Extreme Networks AP350 wireless access points - Includes 8x5 technical support, advanced hardware replacement, and access to software updates - Optional pricing for up to 200 additional enterprise-class wireless access points (Extreme AP305C, AP3020, or equivalent) - All necessary licensing, subscriptions, updates, and support to maintain a fully operational wireless environment - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Solutions must be compatible with the district's current Extreme Networks infrastructure or provide equivalent functionality - Vendors must comply with all E-rate program requirements - Quantities are estimates and may change based on funding and operational needs - The contract term is three years, with no renewal options unless specifically approved by the school board

Description

The Calcasieu Parish School Board is seeking E-rate eligible proposals for wireless networking equipment, cloud management licensing, software maintenance, technical support, and manufacturer support for approximately 4,000 existing Extreme Networks wireless access points (AP350) and optionally for about 200 enterprise-class wireless access points (Extreme AP305C or AP3020 or equivalent). The services include all licensing, subscriptions, updates, support, and components necessary to maintain a fully operational wireless environment compatible with the District's existing infrastructure or providing equivalent functionality. Vendors must comply with all E-rate program requirements. Quantities are estimates and subject to change based on funding and operational needs.

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