Bloomington Public Schools District 87 - E-Rate Cabling and Closet Upgrades - RFP 270003702 (2026)
Bloomington SD 87School · Bloomington, IL- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Tammi Lapinski
- (309) 827-6031
The 30-second brief
Bloomington Public Schools District 87 seeks proposals for E-Rate cabling and closet upgrades under RFP Form 470 application number 270003702. The project involves upgrading existing MDF and IDF data networking closets across district schools with new Category 6 cabling, rack-mounted modular patch panels, network racks, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and power distribution units. Vendors must provide fully operational solutions including data transmission, internet access, internal connections, and necessary hardware, software, installation, and testing. Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM, submitted electronically to [email protected], following a mandatory walk-through on November 16, 2026.
Category 6 cabling drops, MDF and IDF closet racks, Patch panels, Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), Power distribution units (PDU), Single-mode fiber optic cable, Horizontal and vertical wire managers
Total Price and Cost Effectiveness (40), Meeting Overall Project Requirements (30), Supplier's Experience and Demonstrated Performance working in K-12 Education (20), Prior Work experience with District (10)
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Summary
Bloomington Public Schools District 87 seeks proposals for E-Rate cabling and closet upgrades under RFP Form 470 application number 270003702.
The project involves upgrading existing MDF and IDF data networking closets across district schools with new Category 6 cabling, rack-mounted modular patch panels, network racks, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and power distribution units. Vendors must provide fully operational solutions including data transmission, internet access, internal connections, and necessary hardware, software, installation, and testing. Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM, submitted electronically to [email protected], following a mandatory walk-through on November 16, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Category 6 cabling drops
- MDF and IDF closet racks
- Patch panels
- Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
- Power distribution units (PDU)
- Single-mode fiber optic cable
- Horizontal and vertical wire managers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Completed Excel pricing workbook
- SPIN
- FCC Registration Number (FRN)
- Solution design
- Project plan
- Statement of work (SOW)
- Equipment specifications
- Bill of materials
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bloomington, IL
- Reported agency
- Bloomington Public Schools District 87
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bloomington SD 87?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tammi Lapinski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bloomington SD 87 in IL, 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 Tammi Lapinski at (309) 827-6031. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 6 cabling drops, MDF and IDF closet racks, Patch panels, Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), Power distribution units (PDU), Single-mode fiber optic cable, Horizontal and vertical wire managers. 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: "Total Price and Cost Effectiveness (40), Meeting Overall Project Requirements (30), Supplier's Experience and Demonstrated Performance working in K-12 Education (20), Prior Work experience with Distri..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bloomington SD 87?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 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: completed Excel pricing workbook, SPIN, FCC Registration Number (FRN), solution design, project plan, statement of work (SOW), equipment specifications, bill of materials. Review the full document from Bloomington SD 87 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bloomington, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.