E-Rate #RFP #27-08

Fresno Unified seeks Cisco-or-equivalent network equipment and VoIP phones

Fresno Unified School District is seeking a complete package of internal-network equipment and related support under RFP 27-08. - Buyer: Fresno Unified School District, Manager, Network/Telecomm Services, Fresno, California. - OEM: Cisco Systems is specified for network switches and antennas/components; Cisco or an equivalent is permitted for the equipment. Cabling has no manufacturer preference. - Requested products: - 348 network switches, with necessary software and licenses (estimated quantity); Cisco or equivalent. - VoIP phones; quantity and manufacturer are not stated in the available materials. - 3,800 antennas, connectors, and related components (estimated quantity); Cisco or equivalent. - 90 feet of cabling (estimated quantity); no manufacturer preference. - Related services: Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections is listed for switches (348), antennas/components (3,800), and cabling (90 feet). Managed Internal Broadband Services for existing equipment is also listed, with no quantity. These services apply only when included as part of the proposed solution; the District is not seeking separate bids for them. - Notable requirements: The District expects one vendor to provide the complete Bill of Materials. Vendors must be OEM-certified channel partners and meet E-Rate requirements. Prices must remain firm through the applicable funding year and any approved project extensions. Warranties of up to three years are sought, preferably bundled with products; separately priced warranties must be described. Quantities are estimates, and the RFP attachments contain the full specifications.

Description

Fresno Unified School District is seeking proposals for new network equipment for internal connections, including network switches and VoIP phones. The procurement also references necessary software and licenses; quantities shown are estimates, and bidders should consult the RFP for full specifications and requirements. The District is seeking a complete proposal for the bill of materials, with the project awarded to a single vendor. Proposals must be submitted through Procureware by October 2, 2026, and attendance at the mandatory virtual pre-proposal conference is required for a proposal to be considered responsive.

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