# E-Rate #270003063

Hartford Central School District seeks seven Fortinet network switches, cabling, and related support

**Posted:** November 09, 2026
**Respond By:** December 07, 2026
**Identifier:** 270003063
**NAICS:** 423690, 423610, 541519

Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES is seeking network upgrades for Hartford Central School District, centered on seven **Fortinet** switches.
- **Buyer:** Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES, on behalf of Hartford Central School District.
- **Primary OEM:** **Fortinet**; equivalent switch models may be proposed. Huawei and ZTE are identified as prohibited sources, not acceptable manufacturers.
- **Equipment:** 7 FortiSwitch-348G-FPOE switches (part number FS-348G-FPOE), with necessary software and licenses. Requested features include Layer 2/3 switching, FortiGate-controller compatibility and management, PoE 802.3bt with at least 750W total PoE capacity, 48 PoE+ copper ports, 10 GbE uplinks, stacking capability and cables, and redundant power supplies.
- **Cabling:** 7 cabling line items for patch cables that may need replacement or addition; exact scope and units are not clear.
- **Related services:** Basic maintenance is listed for 7 switches and 7 cabling items. Managed Internal Broadband Services is included for eligible software, with no quantity specified.
- **Notable requirements:** The district will install the equipment; installation is not requested. Proposals should maximize E-Rate eligibility, address possible tariff-related price changes, and comply with Lowest Corresponding Price requirements. The RFP notes limits on equipment loans for demonstrations.

### Description

Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES is seeking proposals on behalf of Hartford Central School District for Category 2 equipment and related services supporting broadband connectivity. The listed procurement includes seven switches with necessary software and licenses, and cabling; Fortinet or equivalent solutions will be considered. Managed Internal Broadband Services and basic maintenance are included for the new equipment. Installation is not requested, and bidders should consult the attached RFP for specifications and submission instructions.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003063/124306/22907735-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270003063_CERTIFIED.pdf)