RFP 121-15-1-20 Category 2 Network Electronics

This contract is a solicitation by the School District of Pickens County for Category 2 Network Electronics under the E‑Rate program. The district seeks a single vendor to supply, install, configure, license, and provide maintenance for a large inventory of Cisco‑compatible switches/routers (464 units) and smart UPS units (approximately 170 units), with mandatory 1‑year and 3‑year maintenance options. The award is a firm‑fixed‑price, all‑inclusive contract with a one‑year term, renewable up to four additional years, and requires the vendor to meet insurance, certification, and reference requirements. • Scope includes procurement of enterprise‑class network switches, routers, and UPS hardware, plus full installation, configuration, licensing, and support. • Vendor must provide next‑business‑day response service, on‑site training, and 7 a.m.–6 p.m. EST support on school days. • The contract is awarded to BridgeTek Solutions, LLC, with the award effective February 5 2022 and a bid deadline of January 20 2022.