E-Rate #270003040

Lincoln Public Schools FY27 network equipment, software, licensing, installation, and maintenance

Lincoln Public Schools is soliciting proposals for its FY27 network equipment and support requirements under RFP 11488. - Buyer: Lincoln Public Schools (Lincoln Public School District), Nebraska; Matt Bellamy, Director of Purchasing. - OEMs and named manufacturers: HPE Aruba (including Aruba networking products and software), American Power Conversion (APC), and Palo Alto Networks. Functionally equivalent products may be proposed where allowed. - Main equipment request: 1,200 wireless access points, 953 switches, 1,200 cabling items, 204 antennas/connectors/components, and 6 UPS/battery backups. Installation and initial configuration are requested; the 1,200 cabling quantity is items, not feet. - Detailed equipment and software schedule: Includes Aruba AP-515/AP-535/AP-725/AP-735 access points; 30 Aruba 6300M switches (JL662A); CAT 6A cables; Aruba-compatible optics; APC SMT3000RM2UC and SMT2200RM2UC UPS units; Aruba support, licenses, Central subscriptions, ClearPass, AirWave, and NetEdit items; and five Palo Alto Networks three-year renewals. Full quantities and part numbers are listed below. - Maintenance and services: Basic maintenance for 6,162 wireless access points and 953 switches; specified Aruba access-point licensing/maintenance; warranties; dedicated account support; annual service and cost reviews; and 24x7 management and maintenance support with a staffed technical assistance center. - Notable requirements: E-Rate participation and a valid SPIN are required. Proposals should include detailed pricing, warranties, and compatibility information. Funding and board approval affect award; the district may cancel or adjust purchases if funding is unavailable or reduced. Price is the primary evaluation factor, with cost-effectiveness considered.

Description

Lincoln Public Schools is seeking proposals for network equipment under RFP #11488 for FY27. Listed equipment includes wireless access points and necessary software and licenses, with Aruba or equivalent specified and a quantity of 1,200 in the line item schedule. The RFP describes E-Rate requirements, including that proposers must comply with applicable FCC rules and have a valid 498 ID (SPIN); purchases may depend on USAC funding. The RFP document states proposals are due December 18, 2026, while the notice lists a response deadline of November 27, 2026.

View original listing