E-Rate 2027 Network Electronics and Support

Ysleta Independent School District is seeking E-Rate-eligible network electronics, subscriptions, and maintenance support for Cisco and Aruba equipment from July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2030, with three one-year extension options.

Ysleta Independent School District

General

Status:Open (issued)

Solicitation Identifier:227003RFP Addendum 1

Due Date:Nov 13, 2026 10:00 PM

Posted Date:Oct 08, 2026 06:05 AM

Contract Period:3 years base + 3 × 1 year options

Type:Request for Proposal (RFP)

Level:Local

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Contact

Name:Cristina Vandeberg

Email:mcvandeberg@yisd.net

Phone:+19154340299

Address:9600 Sims Drive, El Paso, TX, USA

Submission Instructions

Method:Online

Portal:https://yisd.ionwave.net

Description

Ysleta Independent School District is soliciting proposals for E-Rate Category Two internal-connections equipment and related support. The scope includes Cisco 8500 Edge Platform and Nexus switch maintenance, Aruba equipment and Aruba Central subscriptions, HPE Aruba Networking User Experience Insight sensors and related services, transceivers, mounting kits, and associated hardware support. The bid items include one-year and three-year subscription or service pricing, quantities, E-Rate eligibility percentages, and pricing for items not otherwise listed. All proposed services and products must qualify for the FCC E-Rate program. The successful vendor must maintain a valid FCC Registration Number and Service Provider Identification Number, support the District's E-Rate application, invoicing, audit, and reimbursement processes, and apply the appropriate E-Rate discount under the Service Provider Invoice method. The contract term is July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2030, with up to three one-year extension options. District personnel will perform all work; vendor-provided services are subject to the agreement's restrictions on subcontracting and E-Rate funding contingencies.

Classification Codes

NAICS541519Other Computer Related Services

PSCDG01Support services for physical and wireless networks connecting equipment within the core data centers and work areas, connecting end users to the organization's broader networks, as well as Wide Area Network equipment, hardware and software directly connecting into data centers, offices and third parties. Support services which enable or distribute voice services through on-premise equipment including PBX, VoIP, voicemail and handsets. Also provides support for transport services for data and voice network circuits and associated access facilities and services; includes dedicated and virtual data networks and internet access. Support services for external (Outside Plant) physical communications infrastructure connecting to LAN/WAN end points. Mobile infrastructure support such as cabled communication network, cellular towers, repeaters, switching systems dedicated for cellular communication