TSD RFP 2324-16 Network Equipment and Fiber Infrastructure

The Troy School District in Oakland County, Michigan is seeking proposals for a Request for Proposal (RFP) for network equipment and fiber infrastructure. The district is looking to deploy an SD-WAN solution with 5G/LTE cellular connectivity as a secondary WAN link, along with the installation of new layer 3 network switches, firewalls, and fiber optic cabling across 24 buildings. The scope of work includes project management, staging, configuration, and installation of all network hardware and infrastructure. Bidders are required to provide unit pricing, a cost analysis worksheet, and details on any proposed alternates. The RFP also outlines specific testing and documentation requirements. Bids are due on February 28, 2024, and the project is expected to be completed by August 10, 2024. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 6, 2024.

The RFP states that pricing should include all cables, connectors, and equipment necessary for a fully operational system. It also notes that the project is requesting E-rate funding for eligible components under Category 2. Bidders must provide their Universal Service Fund (USF) Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and identify E-rate eligible and ineligible items separately. The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendor or contractor is not mentioned, and the estimated budget range for the project is not provided.