Opportunity
Lincoln Electric System Procureware #155-26
LES Cisco Network Switch Replacement Equipment, Licenses, and Support
Posted
November 04, 2026
Respond By
November 19, 2026
Identifier
155-26
NAICS
423430
Lincoln Electric System is seeking Cisco network replacement equipment and related licensing and support for its Lincoln, Nebraska operations. - Buyer: Lincoln Electric System (LES), Procurement Department. - OEM: Cisco is the identified manufacturer. Named firms in the notice are Blue Source Group Inc., Convergint Technologies, Four Leaf Technology, Pro-Tech Power Sales, Inc., and True North Controls. - Requested items: Cisco switches, network modules, power supplies, stacking and StackPower cables, a rackmount kit, three-year licenses, and technical support. Quantities and part numbers are itemized below; the schedule covers a current purchase and estimated additional purchases in the following procurement year. - Notable requirements: Equipment is to be delivered FOB to LES's Lincoln operations center. Bidders must state a discount from Cisco's published list price, with the same discount applying to purchases in both procurement years. The opportunity also includes a Nebraska LB1300 certification concerning companies associated with foreign adversaries and their subcontractors. - License and support terms: Licenses are generally three-year terms, with some estimated future licenses permitted to coterm with an existing agreement. Support includes 8x5 next-business-day service, with coverage periods varying by item.
Description
Lincoln Electric System (LES) is requesting proposals to furnish and deliver switch replacement equipment FOB Lincoln, Nebraska, in accordance with LES specifications. The bid document lists network switches, related power supplies, modules, licenses, and support, including estimated quantities for 2027 purchases. Vendors must provide a manufacturer list-price discount percentage that applies to the 2026 purchase and 2027 purchases. The winning bidder must complete LB1300 certification and an Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Request form; offers are submitted through the bid portal.