Chelmsford Public School District - Data Transmission, Internet Access and Network Equipment - FCC Form 470 #270000952, 2027
Chelmsford School DistrictSchool · Chelmsford, MA- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- William Silver
- (978) 788-6922
The 30-second brief
Chelmsford Public School District is seeking E-Rate funding for Data Transmission, Internet Access, Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, and Managed Internal Broadband Services for FY2027 under FCC Form 470 #270000952. The scope requests a 3YR or 5YR term for a 16Gb Managed Secure internet bundle with Basic Firewall and Leased Lit Fiber bundle (via 10Gbps, 5Gbps, and 1Gbps Dedicated Fiber internet), along with Business/Ethernet dedicated internet at 230 North Road. Equipment requirements include Aruba switches, Aruba wireless access points (APs), Aruba wireless controllers, Eaton Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) / battery backup, transceivers, and necessary software, licenses, and caching across 8 eligible school facilities in Chelmsford, MA. Bids must be submitted by email to the Technical Contact by December 7, 2026, referencing the FCC Form 470 number in the subject line.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access; Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses; Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses; Wireless Controllers and Necessary Software and Licenses; Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses; Managed Internal Broadband Services Leased Equipment; Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
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Summary
Chelmsford Public School District is seeking E-Rate funding for Data Transmission, Internet Access, Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, and Managed Internal Broadband Services for FY2027 under FCC Form 470 #270000952.
The scope requests a 3YR or 5YR term for a 16Gb Managed Secure internet bundle with Basic Firewall and Leased Lit Fiber bundle (via 10Gbps, 5Gbps, and 1Gbps Dedicated Fiber internet), along with Business/Ethernet dedicated internet at 230 North Road. Equipment requirements include Aruba switches, Aruba wireless access points (APs), Aruba wireless controllers, Eaton Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) / battery backup, transceivers, and necessary software, licenses, and caching across 8 eligible school facilities in Chelmsford, MA. Bids must be submitted by email to the Technical Contact by December 7, 2026, referencing the FCC Form 470 number in the subject line.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Wireless Controllers and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Managed Internal Broadband Services Leased Equipment
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Chelmsford, MA
- Reported agency
- Chelmsford Public School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Chelmsford School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 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 William Silver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Chelmsford School District in MA, 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 William Silver at (978) 788-6922. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data Transmission and/or Internet Access; Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses; Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses; Wireless Controllers and Necessary Software and Licenses; Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses; Managed Inter. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chelmsford School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Chelmsford School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Chelmsford School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN). Review the full document from Chelmsford School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chelmsford, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
