BridgeValley Community & Technical College - Wi-Fi 7 Network Upgrade - RFP BV2627-0003 (2026)
Bridgevalley Community & Technical CollegeHigher Ed · South Charleston, WV- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 21 days left
- Contract term
- 7 years
- Primary contact
- Justa Atha
The 30-second brief
BridgeValley Community & Technical College is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to design, furnish, and install a comprehensive upgrade to its wireless network infrastructure to Wi-Fi 7 across two buildings containing 53 access points and 9 wiring closets in South Charleston, West Virginia. The project includes replacing existing Meraki MR46 access points with Wi-Fi 7 capable models (Cisco Meraki CW9178I, CW9176I, or equivalent), upgrading access point cabling to CAT6a with dual drops in high-density areas, and installing new dedicated access switches (Cisco Catalyst C9300-24UX-M or equivalent) providing multi-gigabit port capability and UPoE with dual 10 Gbps uplinks for redundancy. A wireless site survey is required to validate placement and quantities. The project will be implemented in two phases, with Phase 1 to be fully completed no later than July 31, 2027, and Phase 2 contingent upon future funding. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for November 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. EST. Questions must be submitted through November 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EST. Required vendor licensing includes a minimum 7-year term for Meraki MR Enterprise and switch licensing. Evaluation criteria include Quality and Thoroughness of Proposed Site Survey (25%), Experience and Qualifications (25%), Proposed Equipment and Implementation Plan (25%), and Price (25%).
Wireless Site Survey Report, Final wireless network design and implementation plan, Itemized bill of materials, Labor and installation plan, CAT6a cable test/certification results for all new cable runs, Configuration and cutover plan, As-built documentation, Warranty and support details
Quality and Thoroughness of Proposed Site Survey: 25, Experience and Qualifications: 25, Proposed Equipment and Implementation Plan: 25, Price: 25
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Summary
BridgeValley Community & Technical College is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to design, furnish, and install a comprehensive upgrade to its wireless network infrastructure to Wi-Fi 7 across two buildings containing 53 access points and 9 wiring closets in South Charleston, West Virginia.
The project includes replacing existing Meraki MR46 access points with Wi-Fi 7 capable models (Cisco Meraki CW9178I, CW9176I, or equivalent), upgrading access point cabling to CAT6a with dual drops in high-density areas, and installing new dedicated access switches (Cisco Catalyst C9300-24UX-M or equivalent) providing multi-gigabit port capability and UPoE with dual 10 Gbps uplinks for redundancy. A wireless site survey is required to validate placement and quantities. The project will be implemented in two phases, with Phase 1 to be fully completed no later than July 31, 2027, and Phase 2 contingent upon future funding. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for November 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. EST. Questions must be submitted through November 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EST. Required vendor licensing includes a minimum 7-year term for Meraki MR Enterprise and switch licensing. Evaluation criteria include Quality and Thoroughness of Proposed Site Survey (25%), Experience and Qualifications (25%), Proposed Equipment and Implementation Plan (25%), and Price (25%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Quality and Thoroughness of Proposed Site Survey: 25
- Experience and Qualifications: 25
- Proposed Equipment and Implementation Plan: 25
- Price: 25
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Wireless Site Survey Report
- Final wireless network design and implementation plan
- Itemized bill of materials
- Labor and installation plan
- CAT6a cable test/certification results for all new cable runs
- Configuration and cutover plan
- As-built documentation
- Warranty and support details
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Designated Contact
- Addendum Acknowledgement
- WV-96 Addendum to Vendor's Standard Contractual Forms
- Purchasing Affidavit
- Debarment Certification
- Disclosure of Interested Parties to Contracts
- W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification
- WV-1 Vendor Registration and Disclosure Statement
- Submit to
- [email protected] or BridgeValley Community & Technical College, Office of Fiscal Affairs, 2001 Union Carbide Drive, Suite 305, South Charleston, WV 25303
- Scope location
- South Charleston, WV
- Reported agency
- BridgeValley Community & Technical College
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bridgevalley Community & Technical College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 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] or BridgeValley Community & Technical College, Office of Fiscal Affairs, 2001 Union Carbide Drive, Suite 305, South Charleston, WV 25303. For questions, contact Justa Atha.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bridgevalley Community & Technical College in WV, 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 Justa Atha. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wireless Site Survey Report, Final wireless network design and implementation plan, Itemized bill of materials, Labor and installation plan, CAT6a cable test/certification results for all new cable runs, Configuration and cutover plan, As-built documentation, Warranty and support details. 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: "Quality and Thoroughness of Proposed Site Survey: 25, Experience and Qualifications: 25, Proposed Equipment and Implementation Plan: 25, Price: 25" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bridgevalley Community & Technical College?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 7 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 17, 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: Designated Contact, Addendum Acknowledgement, WV-96 Addendum to Vendor's Standard Contractual Forms, Purchasing Affidavit, Debarment Certification, Disclosure of Interested Parties to Contracts, W-9 R. Review the full document from Bridgevalley Community & Technical College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: South Charleston, WV. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.