Managed Wi-Fi, UPS battery backup, antennas and more for East Gibson School Corporation

Software And Licenses (quantity 15 Each, make Cisco Systems Or Equivalent) • Category 2, Internal Connections: Wireless Access Points And Necessary Software And Licenses (quantity 72 Each, make Cisco Systems Or Equivalent) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Cabling (quantity 25 Feet, make Cisco Systems, 5 entities) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (quantity 66 Each, make No Preference, 5 entities) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Wireless Access Points (quantity 72 Each, make Cisco Systems, 5 entities) • Category 2, Internal Connections: Cabling (quantity 25 Feet, make Cisco Systems Or Equivalent, 5 entities) Category 2 details: There is an RFP document that provides greater detail on the scope of this project. It is important that service providers read the attached document to fully understand this project and prepare a more directed bid. Please reference Form 470 #270002715 on all correspondence. This request is for access points, switches, UPS units, and all accompanying licenses, cables, connectors, mounting hardware, and any other related items necessary to provide a turnkey solution for the applicant. USAC has advised applicants to include all three types of service for each Category 2 line item listed in Appendix A of the RFP document. ----------------- Questions: There are no scheduled site visits associated with this request. Any questions related to the technical aspects of this document should be directed to Mr. Hunter Ewin, Director of Information Systems at [email protected], no later than 3:00 PM EST on 11/18/2026. Answers to any written questions or any additional information, revisions, or clarifications to the RFP will be provided in the form of an addendum to be posted with the FCC Form 470 on the Universal Service (E-Rate) website. It is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider to check for any addenda that may be issued. ----------------- Proposal Delivery: Bids should e-mailed to the office of Mr. Hunter Ewin, Director of Information Systems at [email protected], no later than 3:00 PM EST on 12/17/2026. State or local procurement rules: All bidders are encouraged to: 1. Read and follow the RFP carefully. 2. Adhere to the FCC E-Rate rules. 3. Monitor EPC for updates and information throughout the bidding process. We will consider multi-year contracts with or without voluntary extensions. All cost proposals must reflect the LCP (Lowest Corresponding Price), GSA pricing, and any available governmental unit discounts including existing state purchasing agreements or contracts when applicable. Any proposal referencing an existing state purchasing agreement or contract must include that information in the proposal. Bid prices must be complete for the services proposed and shall include all associated costs, even if the amounts are estimates based upon current applicable taxes, surcharges, or fees. Proposals MUST separate eligible and ineligible services by line item for all services to which service provider responds. No proposal can be submitted that includes equipment or components for equipment from companies deemed to provide a national security risk as defined by FCC Order 19-121. Each line item on the proposal should clearly list Quantity, Manufacturer, Part Number, Description, Unit Price, and Extended Price. All rights are reserved to seek clarification regarding proposals and pricing, to award this contract without discussion with vendors, and to make one or more awards on this contract. Failure to meet any requirement in this 470 or RFP will be sufficient cause to disqualify your proposal. Eligible entities: 5.