East Liverpool City Schools - FY27 District Managed Network Services & Maintenance - Form 470 270002522
East Liverpool City SchoolsSchool · East Liverpool, OH- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Cardelein
- (330) 386-7100
The 30-second brief
East Liverpool City Schools requests FY2027 bids for eligible MIBS, BMIC, and software/licenses for existing district-owned Extreme Networks equipment at five schools. These are contingency requests if the district does not complete its separately bid wireless and switching replacements. Existing inventory includes 50 switches, 230 wireless APs, and 1 wireless controller. Bidders shall verify equipment and identify covered models and quantities. MIBS covers ongoing operation, monitoring, and management. BMIC covers repair, upkeep, troubleshooting, and on-site configuration. Software/licensing covers ExtremeCloud IQ or compatible licenses and remote support. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET via email to [email protected]. A site assessment or remote inventory review is required by December 2, 2026. Questions are due by November 30, 2026.
Managed Internal Broadband Services; Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections for 50 switches, 230 wireless access points, And 1 wireless controller; ExtremeCloud IQ or compatible licenses and associated software/remote support
Price of eligible products and services as the most heavily weighted factor in a weighted matrix
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Summary
East Liverpool City Schools requests FY2027 bids for eligible MIBS, BMIC, and software/licenses for existing district-owned Extreme Networks equipment at five schools.
These are contingency requests if the district does not complete its separately bid wireless and switching replacements. Existing inventory includes 50 switches, 230 wireless APs, and 1 wireless controller. Bidders shall verify equipment and identify covered models and quantities. MIBS covers ongoing operation, monitoring, and management. BMIC covers repair, upkeep, troubleshooting, and on-site configuration. Software/licensing covers ExtremeCloud IQ or compatible licenses and remote support. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET via email to [email protected]. A site assessment or remote inventory review is required by December 2, 2026. Questions are due by November 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price of eligible products and services as the most heavily weighted factor in a weighted matrix
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Managed Internal Broadband Services
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections for 50 switches, 230 wireless access points, And 1 wireless controller
- ExtremeCloud IQ or compatible licenses and associated software/remote support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- E-Rate SPIN or documentation of application
- Itemized pricing
- Service descriptions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- EAST LIVERPOOL, OH
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from East Liverpool City Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 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 Chris Cardelein.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including East Liverpool City 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 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 Chris Cardelein at (330) 386-7100. 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; Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections for 50 switches, 230 wireless access points, And 1 wireless controller; ExtremeCloud IQ or compatible licenses and associated software/remote support. 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 of eligible products and services as the most heavily weighted factor in a weighted matrix" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from East Liverpool City Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from East Liverpool City Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, East Liverpool City 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 December 10, 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 SPIN or documentation of application, itemized pricing, service descriptions. Review the full document from East Liverpool City 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: EAST LIVERPOOL, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.