E-Rate #270000984

Bearden School District 29 requests managed broadband services, dedicated internet access, and Ubiquiti-compatible network equipment

Bearden School District 29 in Okemah, Oklahoma is seeking bids for E-rate eligible managed internal broadband services, dedicated internet access, and network equipment. - Government Buyer: - Bearden School District 29 (School District) - OEMs and Vendors: - Ubiquiti (preferred for network switches) - Functional equivalents accepted; no other specific OEMs named - Products/Services Requested: - Managed internal broadband services for the school district's network - Dedicated fiber internet access connection (300 Mbps, synchronous speeds, leased router included) - Network equipment: Ubiquiti 48 Port switch with 2.5GE+PoE (or equivalent) - Installation and configuration of internal connections (no cabling drops required) - Basic maintenance for switches - Necessary software/licenses for switches - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be compatible with existing Ubiquiti network - No refurbished equipment allowed - Bids must be submitted via IFCB online system - Documentation of compatibility required - Exclusion of manufacturers deemed national security threats by FCC - All bids must include installation charges, bandwidth details, and identify ineligible services for cost allocation - Solicitation contingent on E-rate funding and board approval - Strict disqualification factors for non-compliance - Period of Performance: - Initial term with option for up to 12 months of month-to-month service after term or renewal - Payment type is monthly - Range of 1-4 years possible - Estimated Contract Value: - Likely range: $10,000 - $50,000 - Primary Competitors: - Cisco Systems, Inc. - Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Aruba) - Extreme Networks - Juniper Networks - Competing Products: - Cisco Catalyst switches - Aruba 2930F/5400R switches - Extreme Networks X440-G2 switches - Juniper EX Series switches

Description

This solicitation is for the Bearden School District 29 to procure services under Category 1 and Category 2, including Managed Internal Broadband Services and Internal Connections equipment. The project involves new internal connections requests with acceptance of functional equivalents. Additional details, including disqualification factors and bid deadlines, are available on the consulting firm's website. The solicitation is certified and the response deadline is October 19, 2026.

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