Network Switches

This contract concerns the acquisition of network infrastructure hardware and associated services for Washington County Public Schools. The scope includes the purchase of Ethernet switches (primarily Extreme Networks EX4300 series), related direct‑attach copper (DAC) cables of various lengths, optional uplink cards, software licenses for network operating systems (ExtremeXOS Advanced Core EFL), and a three‑year core network maintenance and support agreement. The award was made to Skyline Technology Solutions LLC, indicating a single‑vendor award after an open competition process. The procurement lists unit prices for each item and total values that run into the high‑hundreds of thousands of dollars, reflecting a substantial upgrade or refresh of the district’s core networking environment. • Primary hardware: Extreme Networks EX4300‑48 switches and associated DAC cables (1 m, 3 m, 5 m). • Software & services: ExtremeXOS Advanced Core licenses and a 3‑year maintenance/support contract. • Financial magnitude: Documented totals range from ~$430k to >$650k, suggesting a contract value near $650,000. • Procurement method: Open competition with at least two vendors (CDW and Skyline) participating; award to Skyline.