When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 12, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 8, 2026.

It was issued by Indianapolis Public Schools. The work is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Network infrastructure provider with experience supplying enterprise-grade switches, routers, and related components. Demonstrated expertise designing high-capacity networks for 40,000 or more concurrently active devices. Experience with 40 Gbps or greater internet connectivity and multi-ISP network environments. Capability to provide redundant power systems, hot-swappable components, installation, and technical support. Strong track record serving government or other large institutional customers.

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Overview

IT Support, Hardware & Networking

Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesPosted: September 18, 2026Deadline: November 12, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Indianapolis seeks network switches and related infrastructure capable of supporting over 40,000 active devices and at least 40 Gbps of internet throughput. The solution must support a /16 public network, eight private networks, multiple ISPs, aggregation routing, and redundant power.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a current Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
Must have a local service presence within 50 miles of downtown Indianapolis
Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience
Must be capable of directly billing USAC via SPIF form if requested
Must provide service records, invoices, and compliance documentation within 48 hours of request
Must maintain primary comprehensive general liability insurance of at least $3,000,000
Must enroll in and verify work eligibility status through E-Verify
Must obtain and submit expanded criminal history background checks for all personnel with direct student contact

CONTRACT DURATION

18 months

TIMELINE

Issue of RFP: September 17th, 2026

Deadline to Submit Written Questions: October 8th, 2026

Target Response to Written Questions: October 15th, 2026

Deadline to Submit Proposal: November 12th, 2026

Target Board Approval: December 2026

Installation & Testing Completion Deadline: June 15th, 2027

Contract & Billing Effective Start Date: July 1st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 8, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Indianapolis Public Schools

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Indianapolis, Indiana, is seeking a vendor to provide network switches, network electronics equipment, and related components and services. The requirements include an aggregation router, hot-swappable dual power supplies, and associated power infrastructure.

The network solution must support more than 40,000 concurrently active devices, use a /16 public network and eight private networks, and provide internet throughput of 40 Gbps or greater. Support for multiple internet service providers is also required. All questions regarding the procurement must be submitted by October 8, 2026, and proposals are due by November 12, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 12, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 8, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Indianapolis Public Schools. The work is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Network infrastructure provider with experience supplying enterprise-grade switches, routers, and related components
Demonstrated expertise designing high-capacity networks for 40,000 or more concurrently active devices
Experience with 40 Gbps or greater internet connectivity and multi-ISP network environments
Capability to provide redundant power systems, hot-swappable components, installation, and technical support
Strong track record serving government or other large institutional customers

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