Network Switching Equipment and Components

San Dieguito Union High School District is requesting proposals for network switching equipment, related software and licenses, connectors, power and network cables, and associated components under its E-Rate program.

San Dieguito Union High School District

General

Status:Open

Solicitation Identifier:270000607

Due Date:Nov 06, 2026 11:00 PM

Posted Date:Oct 05, 2026 12:40 PM

Contract Period:1 year 3 months base + 2 × 1 year options

Type:Request for Proposal (RFP)

Level:Local

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Original Solicitation Links

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SAN DIEGUITO UN HIGH SCH DIST -- FCC Form 470 #270000607 (FY2027) -- B2027 02 e Rate Switches RFP document.pdf

Contacts

Name:Laura Medina

Email:e-rate@sduhsd.net

Phone:+17607536491

Address:710 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA, USA

Name:Melodee Rupe

Email:mrupeconsulting@gmail.com

Phone:+18586952413

Submission Instructions

Method:Mail

Mailing Address:San Dieguito Union High School District Purchasing Department, Attn: Laura Medina, Contracts Analyst, 710 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA 92024

Description

San Dieguito Union High School District is seeking network switches and related components through its E-Rate program. The solicitation identifies estimated quantities of 125 switches and necessary software and licenses, 348 antennas, connectors, and related components, and 1,400 feet of power and network cabling. Juniper products are specified, but equivalent manufacturers and part numbers may be proposed with supporting documentation demonstrating functional equivalency. Installation services are not requested. Vendors must separately identify E-Rate-eligible and ineligible costs, provide delivery, taxes, fees, and surcharges, identify product brands and models, demonstrate financial soundness and relevant school-district and E-Rate experience, provide a Service Provider Identification Number and FCC Federal Registration Number, and certify authorized-channel status for proposed manufacturer products. The district prefers the Service Provider Invoice reimbursement method and may add equipment or sites during the contract term. The initial contract period is July 1, 2027, through September 30, 2028, with two optional one-year extensions.

Classification Codes

NAICS334290Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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.

Title	Date Posted
FCC Form 470 #270000607 Application (PDF)	Oct 05, 2026 12:40 PM
B2027 02 e Rate Switches RFP document.pdf	Oct 05, 2026 12:10 PM