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Abernathy ISD Category 2 network switches, UPS equipment, and maintenance

Abernathy Independent School District is seeking a turnkey Category 2 network and power-protection solution for its schools and administration building. - Government buyer: Abernathy Independent School District (Abernathy ISD), Texas; locations include Abernathy Elementary School, Junior High School, High School, and the administration building (DEMARC). - OEMs named: Meraki (or equivalent) for network switches and related software/licenses; American Power Conversion (APC) (or equivalent) for UPS/battery backups and related software/licenses. - Products requested: 19 Meraki MS150-48MP-4X switches and 3 MS150-24MP-4X switches; UPS/battery-backup units identified by part numbers APCRBC124 (2), SMTL2200RM2UCNC (2), RBC43 (2), and RBC6 (1). - Switch proposals must include required components, installation and configuration, five-year software/license options, and SFP+ transceivers and fiber patch cables for operational 1 Gbps uplinks. UPS proposals must include related components, installation, configuration, software, and licenses. - Services: Basic maintenance of internal connections (BMIC) software/licenses for 22 switches and 7 UPS/battery-backup units. Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) is also listed for existing equipment, quantity 4; the supplied materials provide no further service specifications. - Notable requirements: The district seeks a turnkey solution and permits equivalent or more cost-effective alternatives. Eligible installation payments may be spread over four years.

Description

Abernathy Independent School District is seeking Category 2 services and equipment, including network switches and related components, UPS/battery backups, and associated maintenance and licenses. The request includes a turnkey solution with installation and configuration, and specifies Meraki or equivalent switches and APC or equivalent UPS equipment. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system and comply with the stated Texas Education Agency purchasing guidelines. The source gives a response deadline of December 11, 2026.

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