E-rate (YR26-27) Network Infrastructure Upgrades at Selected Schools

The United Independent School District is seeking proposals from qualified vendors for network infrastructure upgrades, including wireless access points, uninterruptible power supplies, campus core switches, and data center core switches. The project is contingent upon funding approval from the Schools and Libraries (E-rate) Program for Funding Year 2026. The scope of work includes the replacement and upgrade of existing equipment at various school locations. The vendor must provide a dedicated project manager, ensure a turnkey installation, and provide a minimum 3-year replacement warranty. Key requirements include: • Replacement of wireless access points at seven locations • Replacement of uninterruptible power supplies at four locations • Replacement of campus core switches at four high school 9th-grade campuses • Refresh of the main data center core switches • Provision of a fixed asset report with model number, serial number, and location for each campus • Compliance with all rules of the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) E-rate program