Category 2 Network Equipment for E-Rate Funding Year 2027-28

Scope

This Request for Proposals (RFP) is for Category 2 network equipment, specifically access points and switches, and required licensing, needed to upgrade network functionality at district wide schools. TUSD seeks a 2-year contract for Internal Connections, where some purchases will be made in Funding Year 2027 for specific sites, some purchases will be made in FY2028 for specific sites. Pricing and quantities must be firm for both years of the contract, though a Contingency amount may be included in Offeror’s bids to accommodate possible site substitutions, in the event of school closure(s). There will be installation required for access points only for this solicitation and MUST be completed by June 30, 2028 for year one (1) and June 30, 2029 for year two (2); in the event of delayed funding commitment or delivery delays, extensions may be allowed. Tucson Unified School District intends to apply for federal E-Rate funding discounts for each of the two (2) year periods. that run from July 1 through June 30 of each year. Vendors are required to file SPI for federal reimbursements. The proposal(s) determined to provide the best overall value, demonstrate compliance with the stated requirements, and are in the best interest of the Applicant will be selected for award. A purchase order will be issued upon receipt of a favorable funding commitment decision, but no earlier than July 1 of the relevant year, in accordance with TUSD accounting procedures. The District reserves the right to reduce, modify, or otherwise adjust the scope of work based on available budgetary resources, school consolidations, or school closures, including those unrelated to the E-Rate program. To ensure the availability of funding and compliance with fiscal year requirements, all invoices for se...