Category 2 Wireless Access Points, Network Switches, and Maintenance

Athens Independent School District is seeking proposals for Category 2 wireless access points, network switches, manufacturer support licenses, and basic maintenance services, with bids due by email on November 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

Athens Independent School District

General

Status:Open

Solicitation Identifier:270001945

Due Date:Nov 17, 2026 09:00 PM

Posted Date:Oct 15, 2026 01:23 PM

Estimated Value:$628,293.69

Contract Period:1 year base + options: 3 years, 5 years

Type:Request for Proposal (RFP)

Level:Local

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Original Solicitation Links

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ATHENS INDEP SCHOOL DISTRICT -- FCC Form 470 #270001945 (FY2027) -- 2027 RFP WORKSHEET ATHENS ISD CAT2.pdf

Contact

Name:Tony Brooks

Email:tbrooks@athensisd.net

Phone:+19032863148

Address:104 Hawn Street, Athens, TX, USA

Submission Instructions

Method:Email

Email:tbrooks@athensisd.net

Cc:collect-ed@hotmail.com

Description

Athens Independent School District is requesting Category 2 proposals for wireless access points and network switches, including necessary software, licenses, and manufacturer support. The listed requirements include 50 wireless access points, two FortiSwitch-3032G-equivalent switches, and 40 Fortinet 348G PoE-equivalent switches, with one-, three-, and five-year support options. Equivalent products may be proposed, but equipment must be commercial or enterprise models, compatible with the district's network environment, and not refurbished unless otherwise permitted. The solicitation also requests basic maintenance and technical support for 50 wireless access points and 42 network switches, with one-, three-, and five-year options. Proposals must include detailed pricing, manufacturer and model information, product specifications, licensing, maintenance and warranty information, eligible-cost allocations, a complete contract or legally binding agreement, company information, a federal tax identification certificate (W-9), at least three in-state references for similar work, and a completed general terms acknowledgment appendix. Installation is not requested for the listed equipment. Requested products and services are contingent on E-Rate and/or school board approval, and the stated estimated Category 2 budget is $628,293.69.

Classification Codes

NAICS423430Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers

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

Title	Date Posted
2027 RFP WORKSHEET ATHENS ISD CAT2.pdf	Oct 15, 2026 01:10 PM
FCC Form 470 #270001945 Application (PDF)	Oct 15, 2026 01:23 PM