Network Switch Refresh

Spring Independent School District is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Network Switch Refresh project through a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued on 10/10/2025. The procurement involves replacing Category 2 network infrastructure components, specifically 700 Juniper EX4400-48MP network switches, 2 Juniper EX4650-48Y-AFO switches, and associated equipment including 702 power supplies, power cables, 560 DAC cables, 427 network modules, 558 transceivers, and 702 software licenses. Vendors must be Extreme/Juniper partners capable of providing cloud-based management, knowledge transfer, and E-Rate guideline compliance. The RFP requires a turnkey refresh including setup, installation, configuration, and documentation. Proposal questions are due by 10/23/2025, with final proposals due by 12/1/2025. The district will evaluate proposals using a point-based system: purchase price (30 points), AI automation capabilities (12 points), vendor reputation (12 points), service quality (15 points), and company location (5 points).

The contract term is anticipated to run from 02/11/2026 through 02/10/2031, with potential month-to-month extensions. The total estimated contract value exceeds $100,000 annually, with pricing required to remain fixed during the initial contract term and potential price increases limited to 3% at renewal points. The project's key objectives include upgrading network performance, increasing bandwidth capacity, enhancing manageability, and ensuring long-term supportability and security. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, vendors must demonstrate technical expertise in network infrastructure and have established partnerships with Juniper Networks. The procurement is specifically focused on standardizing network switch infrastructure across eligible school sites, with a preference for Juniper EX4400 switches or equivalent models that meet the district's technical and operational requirements.