E-Rate #28-0002-KCD

Manatee County School District Solicits Aruba and Extreme Networks Network Equipment and Installation (E-Rate Category 2)

Manatee County School District is seeking proposals for network equipment and installation services to upgrade internal connections at existing school sites under the E-Rate Category 2 program. - Government Buyer: - Manatee County School District (Billed Entity Number: 127848) - OEMs Highlighted: - Aruba (or equivalent) - Extreme Networks (or equivalent) - Products Requested: - 362 switches and necessary software/licenses (Aruba or equivalent) - 2,682 antennas, connectors, and related components (Aruba or equivalent) - 1,510 wireless access points and necessary software/licenses (Extreme Networks or equivalent) - 1,510 antennas, connectors, and related components (Extreme Networks or equivalent) - Services Requested: - Installation and initial configuration for all network equipment and components (estimated 6,654 units) - Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be new and include installation and configuration - Solutions must be cost-effective and comply with FCC E-Rate competitive bidding rules - Only USAC-approved and qualified firms may bid - Quantities may be adjusted for new sites, relocations, or changes in service needs

Description

Manatee County School District is seeking proposals for network equipment and related components for existing locations. The procurement may be adjusted for the addition of new sites, relocation of sites, or adjustments to the quantity and/or capacity of service. The quantities listed are estimates and further specifications are provided in the attached RFP. The contract period is from July 1, 2027 through September 30, 2028, with a submission deadline for proposals on October 29, 2026.

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