East Liverpool City Schools - FY27 District UPS Refresh - FCC Form 470 #270002521 (2027)
East Liverpool City SchoolsSchool · East Liverpool, OH- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Cardelein
- (330) 385-7132
The 30-second brief
East Liverpool City Schools seeks bids for up to 20 network UPS/battery backup systems across five eligible schools and approximately 14 network closets. The project includes uninterruptable power supply units, batteries, network management, necessary software and licenses, mounting accessories, installation, configuration, and testing, with Ubiquiti or equivalent solutions considered. Vendors must verify generator-supported circuits, assess network power loads, runtime requirements, electrical compatibility, and equipment eligibility, and separately identify equipment, installation, required licensing, and ineligible costs. Mandatory site visits must be completed by December 2, 2026, written questions are due November 30, 2026, and email proposals must be submitted by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Bids will be evaluated using a weighted matrix with eligible price as the most heavily weighted factor, and mandatory SPI discounted billing applies.
20 Each Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses
Eligible price weighted most heavily
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Summary
East Liverpool City Schools seeks bids for up to 20 network UPS/battery backup systems across five eligible schools and approximately 14 network closets.
The project includes uninterruptable power supply units, batteries, network management, necessary software and licenses, mounting accessories, installation, configuration, and testing, with Ubiquiti or equivalent solutions considered. Vendors must verify generator-supported circuits, assess network power loads, runtime requirements, electrical compatibility, and equipment eligibility, and separately identify equipment, installation, required licensing, and ineligible costs. Mandatory site visits must be completed by December 2, 2026, written questions are due November 30, 2026, and email proposals must be submitted by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Bids will be evaluated using a weighted matrix with eligible price as the most heavily weighted factor, and mandatory SPI discounted billing applies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Eligible price weighted most heavily
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
20 Each Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
E-Rate SPIN or documentation of an application, evidence of applicable insurance and legally required bonding
- 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 November 20, 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) 385-7132. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 20 Each Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses. 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: "Eligible price weighted most heavily" 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 November 20, 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 an application, evidence of applicable insurance and legally required bonding. 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.