Network cabling, network switches, antennas and more for Linton-Stockton School Corp

Connections: Switches (quantity 1 Each, make Hewlett Packard, 6 entities) • Category 2, Internal Connections: Switches And Necessary Software And Licenses (quantity 1 Each, make Hewlett Packard Or Equivalent) • Category 2, Managed Internal Broadband Services: Existing Equipment (6 entities) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Cabling (quantity 2 Feet, make No Preference, 6 entities) • Category 2, Internal Connections: Wireless Access Points And Necessary Software And Licenses (quantity 8 Each, make Hewlett Packard Or Equivalent) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Switches (quantity 2 Each, make Hewlett Packard, 6 entities) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (quantity 4 Each, make Hewlett Packard, 6 entities) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Wireless Access Points (quantity 8 Each, make Hewlett Packard, 6 entities) • Category 2, Internal Connections: Wireless Access Points And Necessary Software And Licenses (quantity 128 Each, make Hewlett Packard Or Equivalent) • Category 2, Internal Connections: Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (quantity 4 Each, make Hewlett Packard Or Equivalent, 6 entities) Category 2 details: Please review RFP carefully. MIBS was listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category. Project Scope The Applicant seeks eligible equipment as outlined in Appendix A. Equipment shall be new, factory-sealed equipment currently available from the manufacturer; the Applicant will not accept proposals of used, remanufactured, refurbished, "B stock", returns, open-box, discontinued, "gray market," or equipment in any other condition other than new and factory-sealed with all original manufacturer warranties. Installation will be in place of existing equipment and the requested equipment will be integrated into the existing environment. Each bid should include all labor necessary for staging, installation, testing, and documentation of equipment. Equipment staging will consist of (but not be limited to) ensuring firmware version consistency, configuration loading, and hardware preparation for mounting. Software and firmware version for components will be agreed upon at time of deployment, and configurations will be coordinated with the Applicants staff. Installation by the selected vendor shall include the removal of the existing equipment and placement of the new equipment. Equipment testing should verify access to internal resources and the Internet. Documentation should include configuration and summary reports of installations. Installation can be performed from a ladder in most cases; for a small number of APs, a lift will be required. Questions/Site Visits No informational meetings or building visits will be scheduled. Any questions related to the technical aspects of this document should be directed to David Figg, Technology Director at [email protected], no later than 2:00 pm (EST) on 11-13-2026. 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 The Applicant reserves the right to reject each and every bid, and to waive informalities, irregularities, and errors in the bidding to the extent permitted by law. This includes the right to extend the date and time for receipt of bids. In the event that a responsible bid is not received or if it is determined that the low bid received is too high, the bid received will be rejected and the project will be cancelled or re-bid. Bid should be emailed to the office of David Figg, Technology Director, at [email protected], by 12-15-2026 at 2:00 pm(EST). APPENDIX A Below is a reference of the type of equipment and capacities (or their equivalent) to be supplied. Bidders should price separately and clearly indicate any ineligible costs for all services and equipment associated with this RFP. For any part numbers that have been updated or replaced by the manufacturer, bidders should offer the most similar current part. Please see RFP for Appendix A State or local procurement rules: 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. Each line item on proposal should clearly list Quantity, Manufacturer, Part Number, Description, Unit Price, and Extended Price. 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. All bidders are encouraged to: 1. Read and follow the RFP carefully. 2. Adhere to the FCC E-Rate rules. Response Format Responses should include the following, if applicable: Applicable items should include all related software and hardware components that enable the functionality of the equipment (including any necessary mounting brackets, software licenses, multi-year licenses, and basic maintenance). If applicable, vendor is to specify all fees, shipping charges, taxes, surcharges and contingency fees for eligible equipment. If applicable, vendor is to specify the manufacturers warranty provided as an integral part of an eligible component without separately identifiable cost. Any ongoing subscription pricing must be listed separately. Your response must include the following information: 1. Line-item pricing for each item listed in Appendix A. Any discounting applied to your proposal must be reflected at the line-item level. 2. In the case of proposed equivalent products, a thorough technical description of how each product from the manufacturer being bid meets each of the required functionalities of the product listed herein. 3. Information outlining your companys certifications and connections regarding the manufacturers equipment being bid, and length of time your company has provided equipment from the manufacturer being bid. 4. Two (2) reference sites where your company has performed a similar installation of the equipment being bid, including business name, contact name and contact information. It is preferable that at least one reference should be for a school corporation or library system within 90 miles of the Applicant. 5. Your E-Rate SPIN Number. (You must have a current SPAC form on file with USAC.) 6. A ready-to-execute or sample contract which includes the proposal requirements and the E-Rate contingencies outlined herein. The Applicants review of information will be primarily focused on the substance of the details provided in response to the requirements herein including but not limited to technical details, pricing and terms, experience, references, and adherence to the response format provided. Per E-rate rules, the cost of eligible goods and services will be the most heavily weighted evaluation factor. Proposals must be prepared with specificity with regard to the equipment and/or services listed herein. Bids merely listing a general menu of equipment and/or services available from a vendor, bids appearing to be automatically generated without specificity in relation to the requirements of this RFP, and bids missing substantial information but inviting the applicant to contact the bidder to refine the bid and/or discuss specifics will not be considered valid bid responses and will be disqualified from consideration. This includes any SPAM and/or robotic responses. For more information, please review the USAC E-Rate News Brief of February 15, 2024. Proposal Delivery The Applicant reserves the right to reject each and every bid, and to waive informalities, irregularities, and errors in the bidding to the extent permitted by law. This includes the right to extend the date and time for receipt of bids. In the event that a responsible bid is not received or if it is determined that the low bid received is too high, the bid received will be rejected and the project will be cancelled or re-bid. Bid should be emailed to the office of David Figg, Technology Director, at [email protected], by 12-15-2026 at 2:00 pm(EST). Eligible entities: 6.