Network switches, managed Wi-Fi and antennas for Spencer-Owen Community Schools

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. All emailed questions should reference this Form 470 number in the subject line of the email. - 17 +/-Switches including all software, cables, connectors (17 +/-), modules (5 +/-), cords, mounting hardware and any other related items as described in the attached RFP. MIBS and BMIC dropdowns were listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category. ____________________________________________________________________ Site Visits A voluntary site visit will be held at McCormicks Creek Elementary School, 1601 W Flatwoods Road, Spencer, IN beginning at the main door at 10 AM Eastern, November 25, 2026. This will be the only opportunity to ask questions or to receive answers to questions related to this RFP. Respondents choosing not to attend in so doing acknowledge their understanding that they were offered and voluntarily declined the opportunity. Please indicate your intent to attend by emailing Norm Warner, Technology Coordinator at [email protected] by November 24, 2026 at 2 PM Eastern. ____________________________________________________________________ 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. Sealed Bids should mailed to Norm Warner, Technology Coordinator, at the Central Office located at 205 E. Hillside Avenue, Spencer, Indiana 46460, by January 13, 2027, no later than 2:00 PM Eastern. All bids should be labeled E-Rate Bid for the Purchase and Installation of Switches. There will be a public bid opening on January 13, 2027 at 2 PM Eastern at the Central Office located at 205 E. Hillside Avenue, Spencer, Indiana 46460. 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. 3. Monitor EPC for updates and information throughout the bidding process. Failure to meet any requirement in this 470 or RFP will be sufficient cause to disqualify your proposal. Eligible entities: 8.