Aruba Edge Switches

Metropolitan Community College is soliciting bids under solicitation number 1000-27 for the procurement of Aruba Edge Switches to replace end-of-life network equipment. The requirement includes the delivery of 45 Aruba 6200M 48G CL4 PoE 4SFP+ switches, 90 power supplies, 45 fan trays, and 45 HPE Aruba Central foundation licenses. This is a one-time purchase awarded on an all-or-nothing basis to the lowest bidder who meets all technical specifications, as no substitutions are permitted. Bidders must possess at least five years of experience providing similar products and will be evaluated based on their financial status and prior experience. The solicitation was posted on August 13, 2026, with a response deadline of September 4, 2026, and a public bid opening via Zoom on September 10, 2026. All submissions must be made electronically through the Public Purchase platform; paper, fax, or email bids will be rejected. Required documentation includes a signed company information form, a parts list price sheet, a product warranty and return policy, and various affidavits including E-Verify and non-collusion certifications. Preference may be given to vendors located within a 50-mile radius of the administrative center or those providing products manufactured in Missouri. Goods must be shipped FOB Destination to the Penn Valley Campus in Kansas City, Missouri. The contract includes strict compliance with Missouri state laws, including certifications against the boycott of Israel and adherence to non-discrimination policies. The successful contractor must indemnify the college against liabilities and warrants that all delivered equipment is new and free from defects. Payment is contingent upon the receipt and acceptance of the invoiced items by the college.