Network Switch Refresh II

Spring Independent School District is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for a Network Switch Refresh II to support district needs. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 13, 2026, with an award recommendation expected on February 9, 2027. If approved, the contract will run for an initial five-year term from February 10, 2027, through February 9, 2032, with an estimated total value exceeding 1,000,000 dollars. The district will award the contract based on best value, evaluating factors such as purchase price, total cost of ownership, product quality, vendor reputation, and delivery lead times. The contract is governed by standard terms and conditions requiring a minimum one-year warranty and net 30-day payment terms. Pricing must remain firm for the initial term, with renewal increases capped at 3 percent or the Consumer Price Index. Vendors must maintain professional, general, automobile, and worker's compensation insurance. Strict delivery requirements are in place, including the use of standard 40 by 48 inch pallets not exceeding 2,500 pounds, bar-coding with UPC/EAN codes, and shipping F.O.B. Destination. Additionally, vendors must provide certifications regarding critical infrastructure access, non-boycott of Israel, and compliance with Texas state laws and federal Buy America Act provisions when applicable.