Carey Exempted Village School District Wireless Upgrade Summer of 2027 - RFP 270001396
Carey Exempted Village SchoolsSchool · Carey, OH- Due
- Feb 3, 2027
- 82 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brooks Spiess
- (419) 357-5633
The 30-second brief
Carey Exempted Village School District is seeking proposals for internal connections, wireless access points, software licensing, and professional services under FCC Form 470 application number 270001396 for E-Rate Funding Year 2027. The project requires Extreme Networks or equivalent equipment, including AP4020s, AP5020s, indoor mounts, Extreme Platform One licensing for access points, and license upgrades for existing core and switch systems. Vendors must provide a full 1-year replacement warranty, participate in a mandatory school walk-through, include authorized reseller documentation and SPIN, and submit sealed bids addressed to Makalia Weber by February 3rd, 2027.
102 AP4020-WW, 5 ACC-BKT-AX-BEAM, 5 AP5020-WW, 107 USK12-STD-A-S-C-EW-7Y, 30 USK12-STD-A-S-C-EW, 2 USK12-STD-D-S-C-EW, 1 PS Professional Services to configure and fine-tune the wireless network
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Summary
Carey Exempted Village School District is seeking proposals for internal connections, wireless access points, software licensing, and professional services under FCC Form 470 application number 270001396 for E-Rate Funding Year 2027.
The project requires Extreme Networks or equivalent equipment, including AP4020s, AP5020s, indoor mounts, Extreme Platform One licensing for access points, and license upgrades for existing core and switch systems. Vendors must provide a full 1-year replacement warranty, participate in a mandatory school walk-through, include authorized reseller documentation and SPIN, and submit sealed bids addressed to Makalia Weber by February 3rd, 2027.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
102 AP4020-WW, 5 ACC-BKT-AX-BEAM, 5 AP5020-WW, 107 USK12-STD-A-S-C-EW-7Y, 30 USK12-STD-A-S-C-EW, 2 USK12-STD-D-S-C-EW, 1 PS Professional Services to configure and fine-tune the wireless network
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Detailed bid
- Documentation demonstrating equivalent equipment
- SPIN documentation
- Authorized reseller documentation
- Complete descriptive literature
- Submit to
- Board of Education Offices, 2016 Blue Devil Drive, Carey, OH 43316
- Scope location
- Carey, OH
- Reported agency
- Carey Exempted Village School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Carey Exempted Village Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 3, 2027. 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: Board of Education Offices, 2016 Blue Devil Drive, Carey, OH 43316. For questions, contact Brooks Spiess.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Carey 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 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 Brooks Spiess at (419) 357-5633. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 102 AP4020-WW, 5 ACC-BKT-AX-BEAM, 5 AP5020-WW, 107 USK12-STD-A-S-C-EW-7Y, 30 USK12-STD-A-S-C-EW, 2 USK12-STD-D-S-C-EW, 1 PS Professional Services to configure and fine-tune the wireless network. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Carey Exempted Village Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Carey Exempted Village Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Carey 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 February 3, 2027, 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: detailed bid, documentation demonstrating equivalent equipment, SPIN documentation, authorized reseller documentation, complete descriptive literature. Review the full document from Carey 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: Carey, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
