Wireless access points, antennas, network switches and more for Vigo County School Corporation

Internal Broadband Services: Existing Equipment (25 entities) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Wireless Access Points (quantity 594 Each, make Cisco Systems, 25 entities) • Category 2, Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections: Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (quantity 176 Each, make Cisco Systems, 25 entities) • Category 2, Internal Connections: Wireless Access Points And Necessary Software And Licenses (quantity 772 Each, make Cisco Systems Or Equivalent) 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. - 83 +/- Switches including all software, cables (176 +/-), connectors and modules (170 +/-), cords, mounting hardware and any other related items (noted in the dropdowns under ACRC) as described in the attached RFP. The MIBS and BMIC dropdowns were listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category. No installation is needed with this equipment. - 594 +/- Access Points including all software, cables, connectors, cords, antennas, mounting hardware and any other related items as described in the attached RFP. The MIBS and BMIC dropdowns were listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category. Installation is requested for these new access points. - 772 +/- licenses for existing access points. The MIBS and BMIC dropdowns were listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category. No installation is requested for these access point licneses. _______________________________________________________________ QUESTION/INQUIRY PROCESS VCSC will hold a vendor question meeting at 3:30 PM EST on November 12, 2026, at Terre Haute South Vigo High School, 3737 S. 7th Street, Terre Haute, Indiana. Attendance is encouraged. This will be the only opportunity to have questions answered. _______________________________________________________________ DUE DATE AND SUBMISSION METHOD FOR PROPOSALS All proposals must be received electronically via email no later than 2:00 PM EST on December 3, 2026. Proposals should be submitted via email to: Kathy Lady, Purchasing Manager Vigo County School Corporation Email: [email protected] Email Submission Requirements: Subject Line: Emails must include the following subject line format: RFP Submission: FY2027 Wireless AP & Network Hardware - [Vendor Name]. File Format: All proposal documents submitted via email must be in searchable PDF format. File Size Limit: The total email size (including attachments) must not exceed 25 MB. If necessary, vendors may submit multiple emails clearly numbered in the subject line (e.g., Part 1 of 2). Regardless of delivery issues or technical delays, all proposals must be completely received by the email server by the stated deadline to be considered. School accepts no obligations for costs incurred by Respondents in anticipation of being awarded a contract. 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: 31.