E-Rate CAT 2 Refresh – Form 470 #270000066

This RFP seeks a turnkey solution to refresh Category‑2 (CAT‑2) network infrastructure at eight IDEA Public Schools campuses in Texas. The vendor must provide, procure, deliver, install, configure, test, and validate network equipment (switches, wireless access points, cabling, power supplies) and remove legacy hardware. All work must comply with E‑Rate program rules, FCC regulations, and IDEA’s existing architecture, with no additional licensing costs to the district. The contract term runs from July 1 2027 to June 30 2028 with a possible renewal for a second year. Proposals are due Nov 13 2026; a virtual pre‑bid meeting is scheduled for Sep 11 2026 (non‑mandatory). • Scope: equipment procurement, delivery, installation, configuration, testing, performance validation, legacy removal, documentation. • Locations: 8 Texas charter school sites (Weslaco, Austin, El Paso, Dallas, Fort Worth, Edinburg, etc.). • Compliance: Must provide valid SPIN and FCCRN, confirm non‑red‑light status, and adhere to E‑Rate CAT‑2 rules. • Contract term: 1‑year (July 1 2027‑June 30 2028) with renewal option. • Submission: Electronic via Public Purchase/Self‑Service or sealed hard copy to Purchasing Dept., Weslaco, TX. • Evaluation: Primarily price‑based; technical suitability and total cost of ownership also considered. • Mandatory documents: Title page, vendor acknowledgement, insurance evidence, conflict‑of‑interest, ethics, W‑9, pricing sheet, etc.