Networking Equipment & Supplies

The University of Wisconsin System's Networking Equipment & Supplies contract (No. 21-2769) provides a comprehensive procurement vehicle for a wide range of networking and technology infrastructure products. The contract enables purchasing of critical networking components including wireless network interface cards, network security equipment like firewalls, computer expansion docks, optical communication filters, and various network hardware and accessories. Authorized products span multiple technology categories, covering hardware from manufacturers such as Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Dell, VMware, HP, and others, with offerings including network infrastructure equipment, security appliances, endpoint protection software, and connectivity products.

The multi-award vehicle was established through a competitive bid process and features 20 authorized technology vendors, with an initial contract period from March 1, 2021, to February 28, 2024, and options for two one-year extensions. Prime contractors include prominent technology resellers such as CDW-G, Insight Public Sector, ACP CreativIT, AE Business Solutions, Carahsoft, and others, with geographic coverage spanning Wisconsin and surrounding states. The contract is administered by the University of Wisconsin System Administration and serves all 26 University of Wisconsin System campuses, with additional participation options available to other state agencies and municipalities, including K-12 school districts. Vendors are required to offer competitive discounts off manufacturers' commercial price lists, with discounts ranging from 5% to 65% depending on product categories and manufacturers.