Wired Network Hardware Equipment, Installation and Maintenance Services

The School District of St. Lucie County is soliciting proposals for RFP #26-06E to establish a contract for Wired Network Hardware Equipment, Installation and Maintenance Services, covering 42 instructional entities and 4 non-instructional facilities. The procurement seeks certified installers of network hardware equipment eligible for e-rate discounts, with a primary focus on Cisco or Cisco-compatible networking infrastructure. Proposers must hold a Cisco Gold Certification or demonstrate equivalent credentials, and are required to have a local engineer with Cisco CCNP certification and at least two Cisco CCIEs on staff in Florida. The evaluation criteria will include installation hourly rates, equipment discount percentages, maintenance part discounts, and hourly maintenance rates, with a preference for competitive E-rate eligible pricing. The initial contract period is one year, with options to renew for three additional one-year periods. Proposals are due on December 11, 2025, with a public opening meeting scheduled for the same day at 3:00 PM at 9461 Brandywine Lane in Port St. Lucie, Florida, and an evaluation committee meeting set for December 16, 2025, at 3:30 PM.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The current network infrastructure primarily uses Cisco networking equipment, and the contract requires seamless integration with existing systems. Emergency response times are specified as two hours for urgent issues and 48 hours for standard repairs. Funding for the project is contingent on E-rate funding and annual school board appropriations, which suggests potential budget variability. While specific award values are not detailed, the comprehensive nature of the RFP—covering equipment procurement, installation, and maintenance services across multiple facilities—indicates a potentially significant contract value. The district's strategic approach leverages the E-rate program to maximize technology infrastructure investments while maintaining flexibility for future network expansions and upgrades.