Project Information

Bid Title

Category 2 Network Equipment for E-Rate Funding Year 2026-27

Issuing Agency

Tucson Unified School District

Location

Arizona

Published Date

Dec 3, 2025

Closing Date

Jan 6, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Project ID:

Title: Category 2 Network Equipment for E-Rate Funding Year 2026-27

Addenda: 1

Release Date: 11/19/2025

Due Date: 1/6/2026

Post Information

Posted At:Wed, Nov 19, 2025 3:57 PMSealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

This Request for Proposals (RFP) is for Category 2 network equipment, specifically access points and switches, and required licensing, needed to upgrade network functionality at district wide schools. There will be installation required for access points only for this solicitation and MUST completed by June 30, 2027. Tucson Unified School District intends to apply for federal E-Rate funding discounts for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 (July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027).

The proposal that is deemed to most cost-effectively meet the stated Applicant requirements, and therefore is in the best interest of the Applicant, will be selected. A purchase order will be issued upon a favorable funding commitment decision, but no sooner than July 1, 2026, in accordance with TUSD accounting procedures. In addition, the District reserves the right to limit or modify the scope of work based on budgetary limitations unrelated to the E-Rate program. To ensure funding availability, all invoicing must be issued not later than June 30, 2027.

Applicant Name: Tucson Unified School District

Billed Entity Number: 143120

Applicant Type: School District

State: AZ

470 Number: 260005186

Service Type: Internal Connection

Background

Tucson Unified School District is one of the largest school districts in Southern Arizona, spanning more than 250 square miles. The district serves roughly 40,000 students, with about 8,000 members on its staff. Tucson Unified School District has dramatically increased network traffic in recent years. This request is for 1) network equipment (switches and access points) and 2) installation of only the selected access points. The purchase of this equipment will provide the support needed to enhance network performance and provide the flexibility to increase bandwidth as needed

Timeline

Release Project Date:

November 19, 2025

Question Submission Deadline:

December 16, 2025, 12:00pm

Proposal Submission Deadline:

January 6, 2026, 2:30pm

Public Bid Opening (Non-Mandatory):

January 6, 2026, 2:31pm

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541519Other Computer Related Services

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