E-Rate #270000933

Verdigris Independent School District 8 seeks managed internal broadband services and Juniper network equipment (E-rate Category 2)

Verdigris Independent School District 8 in Claremore, Oklahoma is seeking bids for managed internal broadband services and network equipment under E-rate Category 2. - Government Buyer: - Verdigris Independent School District 8 (School District, Claremore, OK) - OEMs and Vendors: - Juniper Networks (preferred OEM for switches and wireless access points) - MiST (wireless environment compatibility) - Products/Services Requested: - Network switches (Juniper EX 4100-48MP, EX 4000-12MP, or equivalent) - 10 switches total, with necessary software and licenses - 4 EX 4100-48MP switches (with 3-year Wireless Assurance) - 2 EX 4000-12MP switches (with 3-year Wireless Assurance) - Licensing for existing EX4100-48P switches (3-year Wireless Assurance, 4 units) - Wireless access points (Juniper/MiST AP47 or equivalent) - 1 access point with 5-year license - Basic maintenance contracts for switches and wireless access points - Managed internal broadband services (using existing equipment) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be compatible with the existing MiST wireless environment - Bidders must propose the entire hardware and maintenance project (no partial bids) - Refurbished equipment is not allowed - Disqualification for offering equipment from FCC-designated national security threat manufacturers - Mandatory submission through the designated online system (IFCB) - Compliance with E-rate rules, including valid SPIN and lowest corresponding price - Documentation of compatibility required - All fees and surcharges must be identified - No installation or initial configuration services requested - Consultant: CRW Consulting is assisting the district

Description

This solicitation is for Category 2 services including internal connections and managed internal broadband services for Verdigris Independent School District 8 in Claremore, Oklahoma. The project involves procurement of switches, wireless access points, licenses, and maintenance contracts, with specific requirements for compatibility and disqualification factors related to equipment and bidding procedures. Bidders must comply with E-rate program rules and submit bids through the specified online IFCB system by the deadline. Additional details, disqualification factors, and bid instructions are available on the consulting firm's website.

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