Chippewa Hills School District - E-Rate FY2027 Internal Connections and Firewall RFP 270001664
Chippewa Hills School DistrictSchool · Remus, MI- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Justin Compson
- (989) 967-2051
The 30-second brief
Chippewa Hills School District is seeking proposals for Category 2 E-Rate services including internal connections, network switches, cabling, antennas, connectors, and firewall equipment with maintenance and configuration. Required hardware includes approximately 12 edge switches (HP CX 6200Ms or equivalent) to replace 48-port 2540 units, 20 10GB single-mode compatible transceivers, single-mode fiber cables, and 1 firewall (Fortinet or equivalent) supporting 250 staff and 2,000 students, plus a license renewal for an existing WatchGuard M470 firewall. Quotations are due by November 5, 2026, and must be submitted via email marked 'E-rate bid.' Bids will be evaluated based on prices and charges, prior experience, understanding of needs, personnel qualifications, completeness of response, and capability to complete implementation within the required timeframe.
12 Edge switches (HP CX 6200Ms or equivalent); 20 10GB Single Mode-Compatible transceivers; Single-mode fiber cables (5-20ft, 10-10ft, 10-6ft); Maintenance, Installation and configuration for switches; 1 Firewall (Fortinet or equivalent) with maintenance, Installation and configuration; Firewall license renewal for WatchGuard M470 or equivalent
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
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Summary
Chippewa Hills School District is seeking proposals for Category 2 E-Rate services including internal connections, network switches, cabling, antennas, connectors, and firewall equipment with maintenance and configuration.
Required hardware includes approximately 12 edge switches (HP CX 6200Ms or equivalent) to replace 48-port 2540 units, 20 10GB single-mode compatible transceivers, single-mode fiber cables, and 1 firewall (Fortinet or equivalent) supporting 250 staff and 2,000 students, plus a license renewal for an existing WatchGuard M470 firewall. Quotations are due by November 5, 2026, and must be submitted via email marked 'E-rate bid.' Bids will be evaluated based on prices and charges, prior experience, understanding of needs, personnel qualifications, completeness of response, and capability to complete implementation within the required timeframe.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- 12 Edge switches (HP CX 6200Ms or equivalent)
- 20 10GB Single Mode-Compatible transceivers
- Single-mode fiber cables (5-20ft, 10-10ft, 10-6ft)
- Maintenance, Installation and configuration for switches
- 1 Firewall (Fortinet or equivalent) with maintenance, Installation and configuration
- Firewall license renewal for WatchGuard M470 or equivalent
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
2027 Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473, active SAM.gov registration
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Remus, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chippewa Hills School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Justin Compson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chippewa Hills School District in MI, 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 Justin Compson at (989) 967-2051. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 12 Edge switches (HP CX 6200Ms or equivalent); 20 10GB Single Mode-Compatible transceivers; Single-mode fiber cables (5-20ft, 10-10ft, 10-6ft); Maintenance, Installation and configuration for switches; 1 Firewall (Fortinet or equivalent) with maintenance, Installation and configuration; Firewall lic. 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: "Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the..." 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 November 5, 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: 2027 Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473, active SAM.gov registration. Review the full document from Chippewa Hills 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: Remus, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.