Fort Frye Local School District E-Rate FY2027 Category 2 MIBS Refresh RFP - 270004184
Fort Frye Local SchoolsSchool · Beverly, OH- Due
- Dec 11, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dallas Schwendeman
- (740) 984-2376
The 30-second brief
Fort Frye Local School District is seeking competitive proposals for Category 2 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for network infrastructure across district facilities under FCC Form 470 application number 270004184. The scope encompasses operational management, automated monitoring, configuration support, firmware maintenance, and network architecture migration assistance for 20 enterprise core/closet switches (including Cisco Catalyst 9300 and 9200CX models) and up to 102 wireless access points across district facilities in Beverly, Ohio. Bidders may bid on Option A (Switch Management), Option B (Wireless AP Management), or Option C (Combined Bundle). The submission deadline is December 11th, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. A mandatory site walkthrough requires booking by November 16th, 2026, with tours on November 17th. Written inquiries are due by November 23rd, 2026. Contracts will be structured on a 1-year agreement with options for voluntary annual renewals. Evaluation is based on cost of E-Rate eligible goods and services (65 points), K-12 experience and regional presence in Ohio (20 points), scope of service and architecture support capabilities (10 points), and SLA/incident escalation plan (5 points).
6x Cisco Catalyst 9300 Multi-Gigabit Switches, 13x Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switches, 1x Cisco Catalyst 9200CX Compact Switch, 102 Wireless Access Points
Cost of E-Rate Eligible Goods & Services (65), K-12 Experience & Regional Presence (20), Scope of Service & Architecture Support Capabilities (10), Service Level Agreement & Incident Escalation Plan (5)
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Summary
Fort Frye Local School District is seeking competitive proposals for Category 2 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for network infrastructure across district facilities under FCC Form 470 application number 270004184.
The scope encompasses operational management, automated monitoring, configuration support, firmware maintenance, and network architecture migration assistance for 20 enterprise core/closet switches (including Cisco Catalyst 9300 and 9200CX models) and up to 102 wireless access points across district facilities in Beverly, Ohio. Bidders may bid on Option A (Switch Management), Option B (Wireless AP Management), or Option C (Combined Bundle). The submission deadline is December 11th, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. A mandatory site walkthrough requires booking by November 16th, 2026, with tours on November 17th. Written inquiries are due by November 23rd, 2026. Contracts will be structured on a 1-year agreement with options for voluntary annual renewals. Evaluation is based on cost of E-Rate eligible goods and services (65 points), K-12 experience and regional presence in Ohio (20 points), scope of service and architecture support capabilities (10 points), and SLA/incident escalation plan (5 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of E-Rate Eligible Goods & Services (65), K-12 Experience & Regional Presence (20), Scope of Service & Architecture Support Capabilities (10), Service Level Agreement & Incident Escalation Plan (5)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 6x Cisco Catalyst 9300 Multi-Gigabit Switches
- 13x Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switches
- 1x Cisco Catalyst 9200CX Compact Switch
- 102 Wireless Access Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270004184/130071/22913770-FY2027%20Category%202%20MIBS%20Refresh.pdf
- Submit to
- https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270004184/130071/22913770-FY2027%20Category%202%20MIBS%20Refresh.pdf
- Scope location
- Beverly, OH
- Reported agency
- Fort Frye Local School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fort Frye Local Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 11, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270004184/130071/22913770-FY2027%20Category%202%20MIBS%20Refresh.pdf. For questions, contact Dallas Schwendeman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fort Frye Local 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 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 Dallas Schwendeman at (740) 984-2376. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 6x Cisco Catalyst 9300 Multi-Gigabit Switches, 13x Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switches, 1x Cisco Catalyst 9200CX Compact Switch, 102 Wireless Access Points. 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: "Cost of E-Rate Eligible Goods & Services (65), K-12 Experience & Regional Presence (20), Scope of Service & Architecture Support Capabilities (10), Service Level Agreement & Incident Escalation Plan (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fort Frye Local Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Fort Frye Local Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fort Frye Local Schools 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 11, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270004184/130071/22913770-FY2027%20Category%202%20MIBS%20Refresh.pdf. Review the full document from Fort Frye Local 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: Beverly, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
