Banner School District 31 - E-Rate Category 2 Network Equipment and Services RFP 2027
Banner Public SchoolSchool · OK- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jean Guidry
- (580) 332-1444
The 30-second brief
Banner School District 31 is requesting proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 covering internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services. The scope includes network switches, wireless access points, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), network racks, cabling, antennas, connectors, and related software and licenses. Offerors must include all necessary cabling, licenses, connectors, components, installation, configuration, travel, per diem, and shipping fees. Proposals and questions must be submitted online via Bonfire by November 19, 2026. An optional walk-through is scheduled for October 21, 2026, at Banner Public School in El Reno, Oklahoma.
Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses, Racks, Cabling, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components
Price being the primary factor
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Summary
Banner School District 31 is requesting proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 covering internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services.
The scope includes network switches, wireless access points, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), network racks, cabling, antennas, connectors, and related software and licenses. Offerors must include all necessary cabling, licenses, connectors, components, installation, configuration, travel, per diem, and shipping fees. Proposals and questions must be submitted online via Bonfire by November 19, 2026. An optional walk-through is scheduled for October 21, 2026, at Banner Public School in El Reno, Oklahoma.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price being the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Racks
- Cabling
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related Components
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001446/139769/22800602-BANN%20470%20270001446%20C2%20Addendum%201%20QandA.pdf https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001446/139769/22816949-BANN%20470%20270001446%20C2%20Addendum%202%20QandA.pdf https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001446/139769/22737164-BANN%20OK%20C2%20RFP%202728%20IC.pdf https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001446/139769/22737169-C2%20Equipment%20Pricing%20Sheet%20Sample.xlsx https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001446/139769/22737167-Sample%20Service%20Provider%20Contract%20FY2027%20C2%20NRC.docx
- Submit to
- https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal/
- Scope location
- El Reno, OK
- Reported agency
- Banner School District 31
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Banner Public School?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal/. For questions, contact Jean Guidry.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Banner Public School in OK, 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 Jean Guidry at (580) 332-1444. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses, Racks, Cabling, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 being the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Banner Public School?
All active and historical solicitations from Banner Public School are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Banner Public School regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001446/139769/22800602-BANN%20470%20270001446%20C2%20Addendum%201%20QandA.pdf https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001446/139769/22816949-BANN%. Review the full document from Banner Public School for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: El Reno, OK. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.