470-Nov2026
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Overview
West Des Moines Schools is seeking two proposals: 1) replacement of layer 3 switching and 2) replacement of layer 2 switching. Quantities and specs included in the RFP and quote forms
1. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses — quantity 15 Each; installation and initial configuration; manufacturer: Arista Networks or equivalent 2. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses — quantity 223 Each; installation and initial configuration; manufacturer: Arista Networks or equivalent
An RFP was issued for the services requested: Yes RFP documents: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002329/131964/22780880-WDMCSD_L3_Switch_Pricing_Form.xlsx (uploaded 2026-10-20) https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002329/131964/22780883-WDMCSD_L3_Switch_RFP_FY2027.docx (uploaded 2026-10-20) https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002329/131964/22780884-WDMCSD_L2_Switch_Pricing_Form.xlsx (uploaded 2026-10-20) https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002329/131964/22780886-WDMCSD_L2_Switch_RFP_FY2027.docx (uploaded 2026-10-20)
The contract must be approved by the local School Board
Billed entity: WEST DES MOINES COMM SCH DIST Billed Entity Number (BEN): 131964 FCC Registration Number: 0002568087 Applicant type: School District Number of eligible entities: 14 Funding year: 2027
Contact: Brian Abeling · 515-633-5058 · [email protected] Technical contact: Brian Abeling · Director of Technology · 515-633-5058 · [email protected]
Status: Certified Form version: Original Certified form (PDF): https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002329/131964/22781037-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270002329_CERTIFIED.pdf