COWDEN-HERRICK CUSD 3A - E-Rate FY27 MIBS Networking Support RFP - 270003139
Cowden-Herrick CUSD 3ASchool · Cowden, IL- Due
- Nov 28, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Oct 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Dare
- (618) 318-0767 ext 1
The 30-second brief
COWDEN-HERRICK CUSD 3A seeks proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) and network support under FCC Form 470 application number 270003139. The scope covers operation, management, and monitoring of existing network infrastructure and Category 2 eligible internal connections including firewall, switches, router, cabling, wireless access points, network controller, and UPS battery backup. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN number and Form 473 on file. Submission deadline is November 28, 2026. Bids must be emailed to the consultant, Jill Dare.
Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS), Network support and management for existing equipment including firewall, Switches, Router, Cabling, Wireless access points, Network controller, UPS battery backup
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Summary
COWDEN-HERRICK CUSD 3A seeks proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) and network support under FCC Form 470 application number 270003139.
The scope covers operation, management, and monitoring of existing network infrastructure and Category 2 eligible internal connections including firewall, switches, router, cabling, wireless access points, network controller, and UPS battery backup. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN number and Form 473 on file. Submission deadline is November 28, 2026. Bids must be emailed to the consultant, Jill Dare.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS)
- Network support and management for existing equipment including firewall
- Switches
- Router
- Cabling
- Wireless access points
- Network controller
- UPS battery backup
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
E-Rate SPIN number, Form 473 Service Provider Annual Certification
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Cowden, IL
- Reported agency
- COWDEN-HERRICK CUSD 3A
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cowden-Herrick CUSD 3A?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 28, 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 Jill Dare.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cowden-Herrick CUSD 3A 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 Jill Dare at (618) 318-0767 ext 1. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS), Network support and management for existing equipment including firewall, Switches, Router, Cabling, Wireless access points, Network controller, UPS battery backup. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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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: E-Rate SPIN number, Form 473 Service Provider Annual Certification. Review the full document from Cowden-Herrick CUSD 3A for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cowden, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.