Bremen High School District 228 UPS Infrastructure Upgrade RFP 2026 - Bremen HS Dist 228
Bremen CHSD 228School · Midlothian, IL- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jim Boswell
- (708) 396-8448
The 30-second brief
Bremen High School District 228 is seeking proposals for a UPS Infrastructure Upgrade across four high schools and the District Tech Office under E-Rate Form 470 application number 270002557. The scope of work includes internal connections for uninterruptible power supply, battery backup, and necessary software and licenses, specifically requesting 48 units of Eaton 9PX6K-L or Eaton 9PX3000RT-L (or equivalent) 3000VA/6000VA online double-conversion lithium-ion UPS systems, extended battery modules, and maintenance bypass units, along with 48 units of antennas, connectors, and related components. Proposals are due by December 2nd, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time, with questions recommended by November 16th, 2026. Responding vendors must be registered with USAC and possess a Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN). Evaluation criteria include price (40%), ability to support RFP requirements (15%), references and experience (15%), quality of implementation services (15%), and timeline adherence (15%).
Two (2) Eaton 9PX6K-L or equivalent 6000VA online/double-conversion lithium-ion UPS; Forty (40) Eaton 9PX3000RT-L or equivalent 3000VA / 2700W online/double-conversion lithium-ion UPS; Six (6) Eaton 9PXEBM192RTG2-L or equivalent 192V lithium-ion extended battery modules; Two (2) Eaton MBP6K208G2 or equivalent maintenance bypass units; Antennas, Connectors, And related components (qty 48 Each)
Price - eRate Eligible Recurring and One-Time Costs (40%), Ability to Support RFP Requirements (15%), References and Experience (15%), Quality of Implementation Services (15%), Timeline: Adherence/Flexibility to Preferred Time Frame (15%)
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Summary
Bremen High School District 228 is seeking proposals for a UPS Infrastructure Upgrade across four high schools and the District Tech Office under E-Rate Form 470 application number 270002557.
The scope of work includes internal connections for uninterruptible power supply, battery backup, and necessary software and licenses, specifically requesting 48 units of Eaton 9PX6K-L or Eaton 9PX3000RT-L (or equivalent) 3000VA/6000VA online double-conversion lithium-ion UPS systems, extended battery modules, and maintenance bypass units, along with 48 units of antennas, connectors, and related components. Proposals are due by December 2nd, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time, with questions recommended by November 16th, 2026. Responding vendors must be registered with USAC and possess a Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN). Evaluation criteria include price (40%), ability to support RFP requirements (15%), references and experience (15%), quality of implementation services (15%), and timeline adherence (15%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Two (2) Eaton 9PX6K-L or equivalent 6000VA online/double-conversion lithium-ion UPS
- Forty (40) Eaton 9PX3000RT-L or equivalent 3000VA / 2700W online/double-conversion lithium-ion UPS
- Six (6) Eaton 9PXEBM192RTG2-L or equivalent 192V lithium-ion extended battery modules
- Two (2) Eaton MBP6K208G2 or equivalent maintenance bypass units
- Antennas, Connectors, And related components (qty 48 Each)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002557/135584/22804144-UPS%20RFP.docx
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected] and Bremen High School District 228, Office of Jim Boswell, 17101 71st Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477
- Scope location
- Midothian, IL
- Reported agency
- Bremen Community High School District 228
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bremen CHSD 228?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 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], [email protected] and Bremen High School District 228, Office of Jim Boswell, 17101 71st Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477. For questions, contact Jim Boswell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bremen CHSD 228 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 Jim Boswell at (708) 396-8448. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two (2) Eaton 9PX6K-L or equivalent 6000VA online/double-conversion lithium-ion UPS; Forty (40) Eaton 9PX3000RT-L or equivalent 3000VA / 2700W online/double-conversion lithium-ion UPS; Six (6) Eaton 9PXEBM192RTG2-L or equivalent 192V lithium-ion extended battery modules; Two (2) Eaton MBP6K208G2 or. 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 - eRate Eligible Recurring and One-Time Costs (40%), Ability to Support RFP Requirements (15%), References and Experience (15%), Quality of Implementation Services (15%), Timeline: Adherence/Fle..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 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/Form470/270002557/135584/22804144-UPS%20RFP.docx. Review the full document from Bremen CHSD 228 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Midothian, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.