014-PUR-2026

The Dougherty County School System (DCSS) in Albany, Georgia is conducting a competitive procurement (Bid No. 014-PUR-2026) for Cisco network electronics licenses. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive set of Cisco DNA switching and wireless licenses with a 5-year term, covering the period from April 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. The licensing procurement includes specific Cisco DNA Enterprise Advantage licenses for C9500 switches (both 48-port and low-density configurations) and Wireless DNA Educational Enterprise Advantage licenses, totaling 1,336 license units. Vendors must submit proposals by November 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with submission requirements including one original, one copy, and one electronic copy. All questions must be submitted via email with the subject line "014-PUR-2026 Q&A", and registered DCSS vendors may submit proposals electronically through the district's bid portal. Potential vendors are required to complete several compliance forms, including non-collusion, debarment, vendor information, and immigration compliance documentation.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the documentation. Vendors must possess a valid FCC Service Provider ID Number (SPIN), as the district anticipates potentially utilizing Federal Universal Service Fund (E-Rate) funding. The school system reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive any informalities, with the goal of selecting a vendor that best meets the district's network electronics licensing needs. While the quote sheet indicates a zero-dollar total price, this likely represents a placeholder for competitive bidding rather than an actual budget. Vendors are encouraged to propose alternative Cisco SKUs with clear descriptions, suggesting flexibility in the licensing configuration. The procurement appears focused on refreshing or expanding the district's network infrastructure, with a significant investment in switching and wireless networking technology. The comprehensive nature of the licensing procurement indicates a strategic technology upgrade for the Dougherty County School System's network infrastructure.