# E-Rate #270000894

Citrus County School District seeks Aruba CX 6405 switches and components for E-Rate network upgrade

**Posted:** September 18, 2026
**Respond By:** October 16, 2026
**Identifier:** 270000894
**NAICS:** 423690

Citrus County School District is seeking proposals to modernize its wired network infrastructure under the E-Rate Program.
- Government Buyer:
  - School Board of Citrus County, Florida (Purchasing Department)
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Aruba Networks (preferred OEM; "or equivalent" products accepted)
- Products Requested:
  - 5 Aruba CX 6405 switch chassis (R0X26C)
  - 20 Aruba 1800W power supplies (R0X35A)
  - 10 Aruba 48-port 1/2.5/5GbE Class 6 PoE line cards (R0X41C)
  - 15 Aruba 48-port 1GbE PoE line cards (R0X38C)
  - 5 Aruba CX6400 management modules (ROX31A)
  - 5 Aruba 1-year hardware exchange support services (SVC ROX26C)
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Only new equipment is accepted; refurbished/remanufactured/renewed items are not allowed
  - Equipment must meet or exceed Aruba specifications, including compatibility, PoE class, uplink ports, and lifetime warranty
  - Installation is excluded; CCSB staff will handle installation
  - Respondents must be USAC-approved with valid SPIN, FRN, and FCC Green Light status
  - Firm-fixed pricing for the contract period
  - E-Rate compliance required

### Description

The Citrus County School District is soliciting bids for Category 2 internal connections, specifically switches and necessary software and licenses. The procurement involves 60 units of switches and associated software/licenses. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically by October 16, 2026, and questions must be submitted by October 6, 2026. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with all specifications and instructions, and the award will be based on the most cost-effective solution meeting educational needs and technology goals.

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