Switch Equipment - Erate YR 2027 (YR30)

The San Juan Unified School District is soliciting proposals under RFP 27-108 for the procurement of Erate eligible Category Two network switch equipment. This fixed price contract focuses on the acquisition of HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F switches and 10G SFP+ direct attach copper cables for various district locations, including Carmichael, Greer, and James R. Cowan elementary schools. The project is scheduled to commence on April 1, 2027, with a response deadline of December 9, 2026. Qualified bidders must be certified resellers and maintain FCC Green Light Status, as those in Red Light Status will be disqualified. Evaluation criteria include the provider's length of experience, the submission of three reference sites with at least three years of service, a proposed implementation timeline, and a detailed cost proposal covering hardware, shipping, and taxes. Providers must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules and certify that equipment does not contain components from vendors listed under The Secure Networks Act. Administrative requirements include the submission of the Service Provider Annual Certification (SPAC) and adherence to specific insurance minimums, including 2 million dollars for Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability. Payment will be processed partially through USAC via Form 474, with billing prohibited before July 1 of the funding year. Proposals must be submitted in a non-bound format and include all required submittal pages and pricing schedules.