E-Rate #270002108

Northwest Community Schools access-layer switch upgrade

Jackson County Intermediate School District is soliciting an access-layer switching upgrade for Northwest Community Schools/Northwest School District. - Government buyer: Jackson County Intermediate School District (JCISD), on behalf of Northwest Community Schools/Northwest School District; Technology office. - OEM: Cisco Systems is the named manufacturer. Equivalent equipment is permitted if it meets the stated compatibility requirements. - Requested equipment: - 3 Cisco C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU switches, part number C93L-MGIG-BUN-EDU. - 3 1100W secondary power supplies; no part number specified. - 3 C9300L stacking kits, part number C9300L-STACK-KIT. - Licensing and components: Include all components and operating licenses needed for the switches. Identify whether licensing is perpetual or renewable; Cisco proposals must include pricing for 5- and 7-year Cisco DNA Essentials licensing, with comparable licensing terms for equivalent equipment. - Compatibility for equivalents: Address interoperability with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco DNA Center and Meraki management, Cisco Catalyst switches and wireless equipment, and Cisco Webex Calling and RedSky. Disclose limitations, additional products, and associated costs. - Other notable requirements: The purchase is for Category 2 E-rate internal connections. Bidders must have an E-rate SPIN designation and a current Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473 on file with USAC, and should provide itemized pricing, availability, lead times, and E-rate eligibility information.

Description

Jackson County Intermediate School District, on behalf of Northwest School District, is seeking proposals for switching equipment and the licensing or components needed for it to operate. Requested items include three Cisco C9300L-48UXG4X-EDU switches (or equivalents), three secondary power supplies, and three stack kits. Proposals must identify whether licensing is perpetual or requires renewal; Cisco proposals must include alternate pricing for 5- and 7-year Cisco DNA Essentials licensing terms. Vendors must include an E-rate SPIN number, and proposals are due November 20, 2026 at 1:15 p.m.

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