Ysleta Independent School District Ionwave #227003RFP Addendum 1

YISD E-Rate Maintenance and Support for Cisco and Aruba Network Infrastructure

Ysleta Independent School District is seeking E-Rate-funded support for its Cisco and Aruba network infrastructure. - Government buyer: Ysleta Independent School District (YISD), Purchasing Department; Technology Information Systems is identified in the provider-agreement template. - OEMs: Cisco and Aruba. - Requested services: E-Rate-eligible maintenance and support for the Cisco 8500 Edge Platform, Cisco Nexus switches, Aruba equipment, and Aruba Central subscriptions. Quantities and part numbers are not provided in the available materials. - E-Rate and technical requirements: Providers must have a valid FCC Registration Number and Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), maintain good standing with the FCC and USAC, apply the applicable discount using the Service Provider Invoice (SPI) method, and assist with applications, reviews, invoicing, and audits. Services are contingent on an E-Rate funding commitment; service changes require written approval. - Notable conditions: Any alternative or third-party QSFP must be manufacturer-approved and must not void equipment warranties. The solicitation states that work will be performed by District personnel. - Term: Three-year base period with up to three one-year extensions. The template also describes possible term adjustments to align with E-Rate deadlines.

Description

Ysleta Independent School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate-eligible maintenance and support services for its Cisco 8500 Edge Platform, Cisco Nexus switches, Aruba equipment, and Aruba Central subscriptions. The procurement is for E-Rate Category Two (Internal Connections) funding, and the awarded vendor is expected to apply the applicable E-Rate discount to invoices and support the District's application, review, invoicing, and audit processes. The stated period of performance is July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2030, with the possibility of three one-year extensions. The solicitation states that all work will be done by District personnel.

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