Bid guide
How to bid on Denver Public Schools’ LAN switch upgrades
What Denver Public Schools is buying
Denver Public Schools is seeking proposals to upgrade or replace approximately 1,800 Cisco LAN switches, or functional equivalents, across the district. The request also includes maintenance support and necessary licensing.
This is a formal RFP under the E-Rate category. It may suit suppliers able to provide network switches along with related licensing and maintenance support.
Dates and the proposal deadline
Questions are due November 11, 2026. The proposal deadline is December 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Submit through BidNet Direct, or as the notice directs, before the closing time. The notice identifies the term as “Duration: As Specified.”
Who this opportunity may suit
This RFP may fit technology suppliers experienced with Cisco LAN switches or functional equivalents, especially firms that can also provide maintenance support and licensing.
Review the full solicitation to confirm the equipment, support, licensing and other requirements before deciding whether to bid.
How to access and respond
Open the solicitation on BidNet Direct using the “View original source” option. The title and dates are public, but a free BidNet Direct vendor account is required to view the full notice, documents and addenda.
Submit your response through BidNet Direct, or follow the submission instructions in the notice. Check the listing for documents and addenda before preparing and submitting your proposal.
Prepare a clear, complete proposal
Compare your proposed switches with the solicitation’s specifications, especially if offering functional equivalents. Explain clearly how your proposed equipment meets the stated requirements.
Address maintenance support and necessary licensing in your response. Check that your proposal follows the requested format and includes all required information.
Allow time to review addenda, resolve questions before the November 11 deadline, and complete the electronic submission well before December 1 at 12:00 PM ET.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Denver Public Schools; the original posting controls.