Untitled opportunity

It is the intent of this form 470 to receive proposals from qualified vendors that are capable of the purchase of 24 port network switches that will be used to replace existing 24 port switches that are considered past end of life. The acquired switches will be used to support the existing Cranston Public Schools network for internet access. Licensing will not be required as the existing licenses will transfer onto the replacement units. The scope of this project is to upgrade existing 24 port switches to accommodate the existing infrastructure. Cranston is seeking vendors capable of providing equipment acquisition suited to integrate with the existing infrastructure. All vendors must adhere to the following Cranston Public Schools general bid conditions: 1. AWARDS: Awards will be based on the following criteria and will be evaluated as such: Price of Eligible goods/services 30% Ability to integrate with existing infrastructure 30% Prior experience with District 20% Quality of Product 20% All awards are made subject to the availability of funds. 2. SCHOOL COMMITTEE APPROVAL: The School Committee reserves the right to reject any and all bids or any part thereof or to accept such part or parts deemed for the best interest of the Cranston Public Schools. The School Committee reserves the right to waive or refuse to waive informalities in bids. 3. RHODE ISLAND SALES TAX: The Cranston Public Schools is exempt from the payment of the Rhode Island Sales Tax under the 1956 General Laws of the State of Rhode Island, 44-18-30, Paragraph I, as amended. 4. ADDENDA AND INTERPRETATIONS: No interpretation on the meaning of the Plans, Specifications or other Contract Document will be made to any bidder orally. Every request for such interpretations should be via email addressed to the Chief Technology Officer, Donna- Marie Frappier at dfrappier@cpsed.net. All vendor inquiries will be addressed and shared with all vendors submitting proposals.