Network Switch Refresh Parts

Buffalo Public Schools is seeking parts and pricing for a district-wide 2027 refresh of its network switching infrastructure, including FortiSwitch equipment, FortiCare support, direct-attach cables, and long-range SFP+ transceivers.

Buffalo Public School District


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27-0627-062
Nov 10, 2026 09:00 PM
Oct 13, 2026 03:49 PM
8 months
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cbrown@buffaloschools.org
+17168163599
65 Niagara Square, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Buffalo Public Schools Purchasing Department, Buffalo, NY
Description

Buffalo Public Schools is seeking parts and pricing for its 2027 Network Switch Refresh Project. The procurement will replace aging Extreme Networks access and closet switching infrastructure with a standardized Fortinet FortiSwitch architecture. Requested items include FortiSwitch 348G-FPOE and 1024E equipment, FortiCare Premium and Essential support, direct-attach cables, long-range SFP+ transceivers, and related items. Products must be new and authentic manufacturer products, or approved equivalents, and bidders must provide manufacturer part numbers, descriptions, quantities, pricing, delivery lead time, and any authorization or support-entitlement requirements. The project will standardize switch models, operating code, configuration, and management; integrate the new access switches with the district’s existing FortiGate/FortiSwitch infrastructure; support automated configuration and firmware deployment; and comply with E-Rate program requirements. Installation labor and disposal services are not requested unless added by formal addendum. Price is the basis of award, and the award may not be split among respondents. The submission package includes a required bid-table response, offering questionnaire, signed non-collusive bidding certification, insurance certificate, completed equal opportunity form, and references; manufacturer product data sheets are optional.

Classification Codes
NAICS517121Telecommunications Resellers
PSC7G21Digital network communications hardware, software, and other equipment used within the core data centers and work areas, connecting end users to the organization's Local Area Network (LAN). Wide Area Network (WAN) digital transmission equipment, supporting hardware and software directly connecting data centers, offices and third parties. Includes 1) external digital network transport equipment (Outside Plant) physical communications infrastructure connecting to LAN/WAN end points 2) copper and fiber communications systems, and 3) cellular infrastructure such as towers, repeaters, switching systems dedicated for cellular communication. Products and tools that enable or distribute voice services through on-premise digital equipment including PBX, VoIP, voicemail and handsets.
Smart Codes
network switchesnetwork transceiversnetwork support services
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Timeline
Oct 13, 2026 12:00 PM-Release Date
Oct 20, 2026 08:00 PM-Questions Due
Oct 23, 2026 08:00 PM-Answers Posted
Nov 10, 2026 09:00 PM-Intent to Bid and Bid Due Date
Dec 16, 2026-Tentative Award
Requirements
Required
Informational
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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