Anderson County School District Three Request For Proposals - FY2027 Enterprise Wi-Fi 7 Wireless Network Refresh AND3-2026-10
Anderson School District 1School · Williamston, SC- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Aimee Gray
- (864) 348-6196
The 30-second brief
Anderson County School District Three is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Wi-Fi 7 wireless network refresh across five instructional facilities and two administrative locations under E-Rate Funding Year 2027, Category Two - Internal Connections (Form 470 # 270001838). The project includes the supply, installation, configuration, and five-year management licensing of indoor and outdoor wireless access points (Juniper Networks, HPE Aruba, Extreme Networks, or equivalent), antennas, racks, uninterruptible power supplies, and associated cabling. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026, at 8:30 AM Eastern Time, with a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on October 19, 2026, and questions due by October 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize the price of E-Rate eligible products and services, followed by technical solution, wireless management capabilities, implementation and RF design, and vendor experience.
Price of E-Rate Eligible Products and Services (40), Technical Solution/Compliance with Scope (25), Wireless Management, Troubleshooting & Operational Capabilities (15), Implementation, RF Design & Support (10), District Experience with Proposed Solution or Vendor (5), Experience / Qualifications (5)
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Summary
Anderson County School District Three is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Wi-Fi 7 wireless network refresh across five instructional facilities and two administrative locations under E-Rate Funding Year 2027, Category Two - Internal Connections (Form 470 # 270001838).
The project includes the supply, installation, configuration, and five-year management licensing of indoor and outdoor wireless access points (Juniper Networks, HPE Aruba, Extreme Networks, or equivalent), antennas, racks, uninterruptible power supplies, and associated cabling. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026, at 8:30 AM Eastern Time, with a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on October 19, 2026, and questions due by October 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize the price of E-Rate eligible products and services, followed by technical solution, wireless management capabilities, implementation and RF design, and vendor experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Signed Cover Page
- Page Two of solicitation
- Amendments
- Price Proposal
- Bill of Materials
- Submit to
- Email to [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Iva, SC
- Reported agency
- Anderson County School District Three
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Anderson School District 1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Email to [email protected] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Aimee Gray.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Anderson School District 1 in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Aimee Gray at (864) 348-6196. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price of E-Rate Eligible Products and Services (40), Technical Solution/Compliance with Scope (25), Wireless Management, Troubleshooting & Operational Capabilities (15), Implementation, RF Design & Su..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anderson School District 1?
All active and historical solicitations from Anderson School District 1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Anderson School District 1 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signed Cover Page, Page Two of solicitation, Amendments, Price Proposal, Bill of Materials. Review the full document from Anderson School District 1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Iva, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.