FY27 Network Switches

Oconee County Schools in Georgia is soliciting proposals under its FY27 Network Switches RFP for network switch replacement and installation at eight school and district locations, with proposals due November 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Eligibility is restricted to E-Rate participants: vendors must hold a valid SPIN number, maintain FCC/USAC good standing, and comply with the Lowest Corresponding Price rule. The project is funded through the Universal Service Administrative Company Schools and Libraries Program under Category 2 Internal Connections.

The scope covers 95 HPE Aruba CX6300M 48-port switches, 97 HPE Aruba 1050W power supplies, and 2 HPE Aruba CX6300M 24-port SFP+ switches, with copper cabling quantities set by bidder configuration. Proposals must include equipment, cabling, software, and installation services compatible with existing infrastructure. Locations are Colham Ferry Elementary School, Oconee County Middle School, High Shoals Elementary School, Oconee County Primary School, Oconee County Elementary School, Oconee County High School, the Maintenance and Transportation Department, and the School Street Campus. Vendors must provide itemized pricing with an E-Rate eligibility percentage for each item, a Certificate of Insurance naming Oconee County Schools as additional insured, and an HB 87 Immigration Affidavit.

Evaluation weights are price at 50 percent, compatibility with existing infrastructure at 30 percent, equipment and installation support at 10 percent, and K-12 experience and references at 10 percent. Pricing must remain firm throughout the E-Rate funding cycle, and proposals are binding for 90 days from the due date. Vendors must retain records for a minimum of 10 years, and late submissions will not be accepted.

The RFP was issued October 28, 2026. Award notifications are expected December 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM.