Galena Park ISD - Internal Connections and Firewall Maintenance - FCC Form 470 270001768 (2027)
Galena Park Independent School DistrictSchool · Houston, TX- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Karla Hall
- (918) 445-0048
The 30-second brief
Galena Park ISD is seeking bids for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 covering Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC), and Managed Internal Broadband Services. The project requires firewall service and components supporting 36,000 client devices and 30 Gbps internet bandwidth with 5-year licensing, 24 stacking cables, 24 switches (Cisco 9300-48P or equivalent), 482 wireless access points (Cisco 9136i or equivalent), and WAP licensing for a 9800 controller. All questions and bids must be submitted online via the IFCB portal by November 30, 2026. Bidders must participate in the USF E-Rate program, possess a valid non-red light SPIN, and complete the required Category Two cover page.
Firewall Service and Components, Cabling, Switches, Wireless Access Points, WAP Licensing
Price
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Summary
Galena Park ISD is seeking bids for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 covering Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC), and Managed Internal Broadband Services.
The project requires firewall service and components supporting 36,000 client devices and 30 Gbps internet bandwidth with 5-year licensing, 24 stacking cables, 24 switches (Cisco 9300-48P or equivalent), 482 wireless access points (Cisco 9136i or equivalent), and WAP licensing for a 9800 controller. All questions and bids must be submitted online via the IFCB portal by November 30, 2026. Bidders must participate in the USF E-Rate program, possess a valid non-red light SPIN, and complete the required Category Two cover page.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Firewall Service and Components
- Cabling
- Switches
- Wireless Access Points
- WAP Licensing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Category Two Cover Page, quote or bill of materials
- Submit to
- https://www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb
- Scope location
- Houston, TX
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Galena Park Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 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://www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb. For questions, contact Karla Hall.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Galena Park Independent School District in TX, 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 Karla Hall at (918) 445-0048. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Firewall Service and Components, Cabling, Switches, Wireless Access Points, WAP Licensing. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Galena Park Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Galena Park Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Galena Park Independent School District 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 30, 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: Category Two Cover Page, quote or bill of materials. Review the full document from Galena Park Independent 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: Houston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.