E-Rate #270002514

Richland Library E-Rate aggregation switch, wireless access points, and licenses

Richland Library is seeking E-Rate network equipment for its Main and Lower Richland locations in Columbia, South Carolina. - Buyer: Richland Library; no sub-agency or office is identified. - OEMs: Cisco Systems is the named OEM. Cisco Meraki credentials are specified for wireless access point quotes; functionally equivalent products from other manufacturers may be proposed. - Equipment and quantities: One Cisco Catalyst 9300X-24Y aggregation switch with one 9300X-NM-8Y module; up to 55 Cisco Catalyst 9164I indoor access points (53 Main, two Lower Richland); and five-year licenses for the switch and access points. The FCC Form 470 also lists 5,700 feet of cabling and related components, though the RFP says this is only to cover any needed power or connector cords. - Key switch requirements: 32 total ports, two QSFP uplinks supporting 100GbE, redundant power, and applicable Cisco Essentials licensing or equivalent. Fiber transceivers are not requested. - Key wireless requirements: Cloud-based management and RF optimization, automatic firmware updates, network-wide visibility and control, WPA2-Enterprise/802.1X authentication, guest access, traffic shaping, and PCI compliance. - Licensing detail: The original RFP summary identifies five-year Switching Essentials and Wireless Essentials licenses; the addendum specifies Network Essentials or equivalent for the switch. Confirm the applicable switch license when preparing a quote. - Work scope: Equipment and licenses are requested; installation and initial configuration are not. Prices must remain firm through the E-Rate funding period or completion of associated work, including approved extensions.

Description

Richland Library is seeking bids for access points and licenses, as well as aggregation switches and licenses. The listed requirements also include related internal-connection equipment and services, including wireless access points, switches, antennas and components, and cabling. The form lists 55 wireless access points and the addendum specifies switch requirements, including a total of 32 ports and redundant power supply. The source directs bidders to the RFP for complete details and states that spam or robotic bids are not allowed.

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