IFB 11302022AW IT Network Upgrade Equipment All Locations & 10 Pilot Locations Install

This solicitation calls for a district‑wide upgrade of the Memphis‑Shelby County Schools network, including delivery, installation, and support of core routers, switches, and Wi‑Fi 6 access points at every school, plus a focused pilot rollout at ten selected sites. The vendor must provide a cloud‑managed, single‑pane‑of‑glass platform, meet stringent uptime and security requirements, replace existing cabling, tag all assets, and deliver extensive training and a five‑year maintenance agreement. The contract is a three‑year base term with optional extensions and includes liquidated‑damage penalties for missed delivery or installation milestones. • Supply ~180 core routers, 5,000 switches, and 10,000 Wi‑Fi 6 APs (plus accessories, cables, and fiber jumpers). • Complete hardware delivery within 120 days of PO issuance and finish installation at the 10 pilot schools within 60 days thereafter. • Provide a cloud‑based management console, 24 × 7 × 365 support, next‑business‑day hardware replacement, and four two‑week training sessions per year for district staff. • Meet E‑Rate eligibility (valid SPIN, FCC FRN, Green‑Light status) and adhere to strict warranty, insurance, and bonding requirements.