Moravian Academy - 2026 - Cat 2 - 470

Requested services

Category 2 (internal connections): DIRECT ALL QUESTIONS AND BIDS TO THE TECHNICAL CONTACT NOT THE MAIN CONTACT. We are requesting proposals for: 4 (more or less) HPE Aruba 2920 Layer 3 48-port switches, stackable via backplane architecture with dual redundant power supplies, 10Gbps fiber uplink capability (SFP+ ports), includes two (2) 10Gbps LR SFP+ laser transceivers per unit, or equivalent with all necessary licensing and hardware/software, with basic maintenance and installation. To improve the reliability and efficiency of our schools network infrastructure, we propose replacing existing network switches to establish uniformity across all buildings. Currently, the network is hindered by a mismatch of switch brands, leading to compatibility challenges, increased maintenance complexity, and inefficiencies in troubleshooting. Standardizing our switches to a single brand will streamline network management, enhance performance, and simplify configurations and updates, ensuring a seamless and reliable connection across the campus. This upgrade will reduce downtime, improve scalability for future needs, and provide a consistent and dependable foundation to support the growing demands of technology in education. By addressing this critical infrastructure issue, we ensure our network can effectively meet the needs of students, teachers, and staff, fostering an environment of uninterrupted learning and communication. Our school is also seeking proposals for all associated costs, miscellaneous parts, and fees needed to purchase, install, configure, and use the equipment. School will hold the bidding process open for at least the required 28 days. School is allowed to decide at any time after the allowable contract date. Bidders submitting bids after the allowable contract date accept the risk that their bid might be too late to be considered. Therefore, bidders are encouraged to submit their bids prior to the allowable contract date. We want to improve our capabilities to provide fast internet access for our students and staff. We are interested in a cost-efficient solution that will provide fast response to many students seeking information at the same time. We will consider different alternatives to accomplish our goal. New equipment must be able to work with our existing equipment.