FY27 Network Switches

Oconee County Schools is soliciting proposals under solicitation number Tech-FY27-001-Switches for the procurement and installation of network switches across multiple Georgia sites, including Oconee County High School, Oconee County Elementary School, the School Street Campus, and the Maintenance and Transportation Department. The scope of work includes the installation of switches and patch panels in alternating rack configurations, the removal and organization of decommissioned equipment, and the provision of a detailed inventory manifest. Vendors must adhere to strict cleanliness standards for MDF and IDF rooms and are required to recycle cardboard packaging and remove all installation debris. This procurement is subject to E-Rate funding requirements, necessitating that vendors possess a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), maintain good standing with the FCC and USAC, and comply with the Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) rule. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, and will be evaluated based on compatibility with existing infrastructure (30%), the ability to provide equipment and support (10%), and K-12 experience and references (10%). Award notifications are expected by December 4, 2026. Required submission documentation includes a certificate of insurance naming the district as an additional insured, an HB 87 Immigration Affidavit, and itemized pricing that specifies E-Rate eligibility percentages for all items.