Informal Request for Quotes For Fibre Channel Network Switches

North East Independent School District is soliciting informal quotes for Fibre Channel Network Switches through Solicitation Number 26-26, with responses due by 9:00 a.m. Central Standard Time on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. This is not a guaranteed purchase order but an informal request for quotes, and the District reserves the right to make purchases on an as-needed basis without committing to specific quantities or dollar amounts. Bidders are strongly encouraged to submit electronically via the designated ebidding platform, though paper submissions are legally accepted. Suppliers must register to respond electronically, and technical support is available through a provided contact number. The solicitation references a NAICS code of 423690 and is directed to vendors capable of supplying new, unused Fibre Channel switches. Although federal acquisition regulation clauses are not included, the procurement follows local Texas government procedures with an emphasis on responsiveness and completeness. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a trade-off process weighing qualifications (30%), understanding of the district’s needs (20%), reasonableness of costs (20%), soundness of approach (15%), completeness of response (10%), references (3%), and proof of employee health insurance (2%). Required supporting documentation includes three public-sector client references, current insurance documentation, disclosure of any finder’s fees, an affidavit confirming no finder’s fees will be paid, resumes of key personnel, and an organizational chart of the proposed team. Proposals must be clearly labeled with the solicitation number, project name, and vendor name, and delivered F.O.B. destination with all freight costs included. Any alternative proposals will not be considered unless explicitly requested. Failure to submit any mandatory documents, including proof of health insurance or a Code of Ethics Training Affidavit, will result in disqualification. There is no specified contract duration for this purchase as it is an informal quote request, and award decisions will be based on finding the most responsible and responsive offeror in the District’s best interest, with price being one of several evaluating factors.