Gifford C C School Dist 188 - Gifford FY27 MIBS Networking Support RFP - 270003262 (2027)
Gifford CCSD 188School · Gifford, IL- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Niki Wisniewski
- (618) 318-0767 ext 1
The 30-second brief
GIFFORD C C SCHOOL DIST 188 requests proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) and network support under FCC Form 470 application number 270003262. The scope includes operation, management, and monitoring of existing Category 2 network infrastructure and equipment including firewall, switches, router, cabling, wireless access points, network controller, and UPS battery backup. Bids must reference this 470 number and be emailed to the consultant by the submission deadline of 2026-11-30. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN number and follow USAC rules and regulations.
Managed Internal Broadband Services, Network support, Firewall, Switches, Router, Cabling, Wireless access points, Network controller, UPS battery backup
Price being the primary factor
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Summary
GIFFORD C C SCHOOL DIST 188 requests proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) and network support under FCC Form 470 application number 270003262.
The scope includes operation, management, and monitoring of existing Category 2 network infrastructure and equipment including firewall, switches, router, cabling, wireless access points, network controller, and UPS battery backup. Bids must reference this 470 number and be emailed to the consultant by the submission deadline of 2026-11-30. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN number and follow USAC rules and regulations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price being the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Managed Internal Broadband Services
- Network support
- Firewall
- Switches
- Router
- Cabling
- Wireless access points
- Network controller
- UPS battery backup
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
2027 Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473, E-Rate SPIN number
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- GIFFORD, IL
- Reported agency
- GIFFORD C C SCHOOL DIST 188
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Gifford CCSD 188?
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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Niki Wisniewski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Gifford CCSD 188 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 Niki Wisniewski 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, Network support, 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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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 being the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Gifford CCSD 188?
All active and historical solicitations from Gifford CCSD 188 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Gifford CCSD 188 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 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: 2027 Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473, E-Rate SPIN number. Review the full document from Gifford CCSD 188 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: GIFFORD, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.