The Darlington County School District (District), hereafter referred to as the “District”, is requesting proposals for Internal Connections. The new service is being planned to begin as soon as E-Rate funding occurs. ALTERNATES: For the purpose of this RFP, alternates may be considered. Bidders submitting an alternate brand/model for consideration must provide sufficient documentation for the District to ascertain whether the alternate offered is equal or better than the brand/model specified. Information may include, but shall not be limited to, product brochures/literature, including detailed specifications. Bidder must clearly demonstrate that the alternate offered meets the MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS and the alternate is equal to or better than the preferred brand/model. Procurement shall evaluate alternates solely on the information submitted. District staff will not conduct additional research if insufficient data is submitted for consideration. The District will have the sole discretion regarding whether or not a proposed alternate is equal or better than the stated preferred brand/model.
