63-20250226170031 NCSD.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Noxubee County School District for E-RATE 2025-2026 internal connections. The district seeks sealed proposals for internal connections at four school campuses, specifically requesting 14 ExtremeSwitching 5420 Series switches (48-port) or equivalent equipment and 2,100 feet of data cabling runs. Proposals are due by 11:00 A.M. on March 25, 2025, at the Noxubee County School District Central Office in Macon, MS. The contract term covers E-RATE year 25 (July 2025-June 2026). Hardware warranty requirements include network lifetime warranty with advanced replacement, and software maintenance must offer at least a 3-year plan with annual rates.

Proposals will be scored based on price (30%), compatibility with existing infrastructure (28%), prior experience (22%), understanding of needs (10%), and financial stability (10%). Pricing must be submitted in a separate sealed envelope from technical specifications. The district will only pay its portion of costs as determined by E-RATE using the SPI method. Price protection is guaranteed for 12 months with no increases. Payment terms are net 45 days after approved invoice. The project is contingent upon receipt of governmental funding and E-RATE approval, with application #250025209 already filed with the School and Library Division.