# E-Rate #270003276

Cisco wireless access points and network switches for Vanguard-Sentinel J V S D

**Posted:** November 02, 2026
**Respond By:** November 30, 2026
**Identifier:** 270003276
**NAICS:** 423690, 238210

VANGUARD-SENTINEL J V S D is seeking Category 2 network equipment for its Fremont, Ohio, school district.
- **Government buyer:** VANGUARD-SENTINEL J V S D, Sandusky County, Ohio; agency, sub-agency, and office details are not specified.
- **OEM:** **Cisco Systems (Cisco)**; equivalent products may be proposed if documented as compatible with the existing network.
- **Equipment requested:**
  - 110 Cisco CW9178I wireless access points, or equivalents.
  - Cisco Catalyst C9350-48HX-E switches, or equivalents; quote separate options for 6 and 12 switches.
  - Include any necessary software and licenses with the equipment pricing.
- **Installation services:** Price access point installation separately for a one-for-one replacement of existing units. Price switch installation and initial configuration separately; a lift is available for high areas.
- **Key requirements:** Equipment must be new and carry a three-year manufacturer warranty. Any required operating license must cover five years and exclude support or management components. Proposals should identify manufacturer, part number/SKU, unit cost, and E-Rate-eligible percentage.

### Description

The applicant seeks bids for 110 Cisco CW9178I access points or equivalent, with installation priced separately for a one-for-one replacement of existing access points. It also requests pricing for purchases of either 6 or 12 Cisco Catalyst C9350-48HX-E switches or equivalent, with installation and configuration costs shown separately. Equipment must be new and carry a three-year manufacturer warranty; equivalent products require documentation of equivalence and network compatibility. Proposals must include itemized manufacturer, SKU, unit cost, E-Rate eligibility percentage, bidder SPIN information, and proof of authorized reseller status.

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