Barre Unified Union School District E-Rate Internet Access and Internal Connections RFP - 270004404 (2027)
Barre Unified Union School District 97School · Barre, VT- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dan Smith
- (802) 476-5011
The 30-second brief
Barre Unified Union School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 covering Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections. Services include internet access and data transmission (speeds from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps across 5 entities), licensing and support for 285 existing Extreme and HPE wireless access points, wireless access points and necessary software/licenses, and licensing and support for 2 existing Fortigate firewalls (models 200F and 101F). Project locations include Spaulding High School, Spaulding Education Alternative, Barre Town Middle and Elementary School, Barre City Middle and Elementary School, and the Administrative Building in Barre, VT. Additional requirements encompass installation, configuration, software, licenses, warranties, fees, antennas, cabling, racks, routers, UPS/battery backup, controllers, and CAT 6 drops. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. Bids should be sent to both the technical contact and [email protected].
Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Wireless Access Points, Firewall Service Components and Necessary Software and Licenses, Firewall Service and Components
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Summary
Barre Unified Union School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 covering Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections.
Services include internet access and data transmission (speeds from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps across 5 entities), licensing and support for 285 existing Extreme and HPE wireless access points, wireless access points and necessary software/licenses, and licensing and support for 2 existing Fortigate firewalls (models 200F and 101F). Project locations include Spaulding High School, Spaulding Education Alternative, Barre Town Middle and Elementary School, Barre City Middle and Elementary School, and the Administrative Building in Barre, VT. Additional requirements encompass installation, configuration, software, licenses, warranties, fees, antennas, cabling, racks, routers, UPS/battery backup, controllers, and CAT 6 drops. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. Bids should be sent to both the technical contact and [email protected].
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Wireless Access Points
- Firewall Service Components and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Firewall Service and Components
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Barre, VT
- Reported agency
- Barre Unified Union School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Barre Unified Union School District 97?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Dan Smith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Barre Unified Union School District 97 in VT, 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 Dan Smith at (802) 476-5011. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Wireless Access Points, Firewall Service Components and Necessary Software and Licenses, Firewall Service and Components. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 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. Review the full document from Barre Unified Union School District 97 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Barre, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
