Bloom-Carroll Local School District - E-Rate Internet Access and UPS Equipment - Form 470 - 270001161 (2027)
Bloom-Carroll Local SchoolsSchool · Carroll, OH- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Grant Germann
- (740) 656-0117
The 30-second brief
The Bloom-Carroll Local School District in Carroll, OH is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 #270001161) covering Category 1 Internet Access and Data Transmission services, and Category 2 Internal Connections including Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) battery backups and network equipment. The project requires multi-year circuits with internet access and bandwidth pricing options for 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps at the High School (5200 Plum Rd) and Middle School (71 S. Beaver St), plus two 1 Gbps lit fiber circuits connecting the High School to 200 Market Street in Lithopolis and 4955 Carroll Eastern Rd. Additionally, the district seeks to purchase UPS hardware and replacement batteries from Eaton or equivalent (such as 5PX1500RTN, 5PX2200RTN, 5PX3000RTNG2, 9PX3000LGRT, 9PX6KTF5, and SMART1500RMXL2UA). Bids are due by November 10, 2026. Proposals must include Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), authorized reseller documentation, manufacturer part numbers, unit costs, and E-Rate eligibility percentages.
4 - 5PX1500RTN - Complete unit or equivalent; 1 - 5PX2200RTN - Replacement Battery only; 1 - 5PX3000RTNG2 - Replacement Battery only; 1 - 9PX3000LGRT + M2 Network +ePDU - Replacement Battery only; 3 - 9PX6KTF5 + 9PXEBM180RT - Complete unit or equivalent; 1 - SMART1500RMXL2UA - Replacement Battery only; Data Transmission and/or Internet Access service for High School and Middle School (5 Gbps and 10 Gbps pricing); Two 1 Gbps lit fiber circuits
Price is the primary factor, along with cost-effectiveness of service or equipment offering to meet educational needs and technology goals
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Summary
The Bloom-Carroll Local School District in Carroll, OH is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 #270001161) covering Category 1 Internet Access and Data Transmission services, and Category 2 Internal Connections including Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) battery backups and network equipment.
The project requires multi-year circuits with internet access and bandwidth pricing options for 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps at the High School (5200 Plum Rd) and Middle School (71 S. Beaver St), plus two 1 Gbps lit fiber circuits connecting the High School to 200 Market Street in Lithopolis and 4955 Carroll Eastern Rd. Additionally, the district seeks to purchase UPS hardware and replacement batteries from Eaton or equivalent (such as 5PX1500RTN, 5PX2200RTN, 5PX3000RTNG2, 9PX3000LGRT, 9PX6KTF5, and SMART1500RMXL2UA). Bids are due by November 10, 2026. Proposals must include Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), authorized reseller documentation, manufacturer part numbers, unit costs, and E-Rate eligibility percentages.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price is the primary factor, along with cost-effectiveness of service or equipment offering to meet educational needs and technology goals
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- 4 - 5PX1500RTN - Complete unit or equivalent
- 1 - 5PX2200RTN - Replacement Battery only
- 1 - 5PX3000RTNG2 - Replacement Battery only
- 1 - 9PX3000LGRT + M2 Network +ePDU - Replacement Battery only
- 3 - 9PX6KTF5 + 9PXEBM180RT - Complete unit or equivalent
- 1 - SMART1500RMXL2UA - Replacement Battery only
- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access service for High School and Middle School (5 Gbps and 10 Gbps pricing)
- Two 1 Gbps lit fiber circuits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- SPIN documentation or proof of application
- Authorized reseller documentation
- Equipment equivalency documentation if proposing alternate brands
- Itemized pricing showing E-Rate eligible cost percentages
- Scope location
- Carroll, OH
- Reported agency
- Bloom-Carroll Local School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Bloom-Carroll Local Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 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. For questions, contact Grant Germann.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Bloom-Carroll Local Schools in OH, 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 Bid 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 Grant Germann at (740) 656-0117. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 4 - 5PX1500RTN - Complete unit or equivalent; 1 - 5PX2200RTN - Replacement Battery only; 1 - 5PX3000RTNG2 - Replacement Battery only; 1 - 9PX3000LGRT + M2 Network +ePDU - Replacement Battery only; 3 - 9PX6KTF5 + 9PXEBM180RT - Complete unit or equivalent; 1 - SMART1500RMXL2UA - Replacement Battery on. 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 is the primary factor, along with cost-effectiveness of service or equipment offering to meet educational needs and technology goals" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bloom-Carroll Local Schools?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 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 Bid?
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: SPIN documentation or proof of application, authorized reseller documentation, equipment equivalency documentation if proposing alternate brands, itemized pricing showing E-Rate eligible cost percenta. Review the full document from Bloom-Carroll Local Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Carroll, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.