Bluffton Exempted Village School District - BEVS--Switches and Access Points - Form 470 2027
Bluffton Exempted Village SchoolsSchool · Bluffton, OH- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Todd Bobblit
- (419) 358-5901
The 30-second brief
Bluffton Exempted Village School District is seeking E-Rate funding year 2027 proposals for internal connections, networking hardware, and cabling. The project includes 100 wireless access points (90 WBE710 for classrooms, 10 WBE750 for large rooms), switches (2 XSM4340V, 4 MSM4352, 6 GSM4352), SFP modules, UPS battery backups (Vertiv PSI5-1500RT120N), patch cords, and fiber patch cords. Vendors must include all needed power supplies for PoE output, 5-year management licenses on switches and access points, and new hardware with manufacturer warranty. Vendors bidding on the cabling project must conduct a walk-through of each location. Bids are due by November 30, 2026.
Internal connections, Switches, Uninterruptable power supply, Wireless access points, Cabling, Antennas, Connectors, SFP transceivers, Patch cords, 5-year management licenses
Bids like this start as pre-RFPs. Get the next ones early.
Get matched pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
Bluffton Exempted Village School District is seeking E-Rate funding year 2027 proposals for internal connections, networking hardware, and cabling.
The project includes 100 wireless access points (90 WBE710 for classrooms, 10 WBE750 for large rooms), switches (2 XSM4340V, 4 MSM4352, 6 GSM4352), SFP modules, UPS battery backups (Vertiv PSI5-1500RT120N), patch cords, and fiber patch cords. Vendors must include all needed power supplies for PoE output, 5-year management licenses on switches and access points, and new hardware with manufacturer warranty. Vendors bidding on the cabling project must conduct a walk-through of each location. Bids are due by November 30, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Internal connections
- Switches
- Uninterruptable power supply
- Wireless access points
- Cabling
- Antennas
- Connectors
- SFP transceivers
- Patch cords
- 5-year management licenses
- Scope location
- BLUFFTON, OH
- Reported agency
- BLUFFTON EXEMPTED VILLAGE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Bluffton Exempted Village Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Todd Bobblit.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Bluffton Exempted Village 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 Todd Bobblit at (419) 358-5901. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internal connections, Switches, Uninterruptable power supply, Wireless access points, Cabling, Antennas, Connectors, SFP transceivers, Patch cords, 5-year management licenses. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 4 more questions
Where can I find more RFPs from Bluffton Exempted Village Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Bluffton Exempted Village Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bluffton Exempted Village Schools 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 30, 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. Review the full document from Bluffton Exempted Village 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: BLUFFTON, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
