Glass City Academy - Managed Internal Broadband Services - FY2027 E-Rate RFP - 270003807
Glass City AcademySchool · Toledo, OH- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Melissa Scalzo
- (419) 360-3023
The 30-second brief
Glass City Academy in Toledo, OH seeks proposals for E-Rate Category 2 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) and leased equipment to support 1:1 student devices and administrative operations across three campus locations. The scope includes managed PoE switches, routers, wireless access points, wireless controllers, firewall appliances, copper and fiber cabling, patch panels, network drops, racks, UPS equipment, eligible licenses, installation, configuration, testing, and ongoing management, operation, and monitoring. Vendors must attend a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on November 13, 2026, or December 11, 2026, at the District Office located at 14 N Erie Street, Suite 2A, Toledo, OH 43604. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM EST and must be submitted via email to [email protected] and [email protected]. Evaluation is based on price, E-Rate experience, technical solution, location coverage, and support services.
Managed PoE switches, Routers, Wireless access points, Wireless controllers, Firewall appliances, Copper and fiber cabling, Patch panels, Network drops, Racks, UPS equipment, Eligible licenses, Installation, Configuration, Testing, Labeling, Training, Fixed-fee management, Operation, And monitoring of eligible LAN and WLAN equipment
Price of eligible Category 2 products and services (50), E-Rate experience and compliance with K-12 Schools (20), Technical solution, compatibility, and completeness (15), Ability to serve all requested locations (10), Support, warranty, MIBS capability, and SLA (5)
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Summary
Glass City Academy in Toledo, OH seeks proposals for E-Rate Category 2 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) and leased equipment to support 1:1 student devices and administrative operations across three campus locations.
The scope includes managed PoE switches, routers, wireless access points, wireless controllers, firewall appliances, copper and fiber cabling, patch panels, network drops, racks, UPS equipment, eligible licenses, installation, configuration, testing, and ongoing management, operation, and monitoring. Vendors must attend a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on November 13, 2026, or December 11, 2026, at the District Office located at 14 N Erie Street, Suite 2A, Toledo, OH 43604. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM EST and must be submitted via email to [email protected] and [email protected]. Evaluation is based on price, E-Rate experience, technical solution, location coverage, and support services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
19- Managed PoE switches
- Routers
- Wireless access points
- Wireless controllers
- Firewall appliances
- Copper and fiber cabling
- Patch panels
- Network drops
- Racks
- UPS equipment
- Eligible licenses
- Installation
- Configuration
- Testing
- Labeling
- Training
- Fixed-fee management
- Operation
- Monitoring of eligible LAN and WLAN equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Detailed proposal and network design by location
- Manufacturer/make/model/SKU/product type/quantity/unit pricing/recurring costs/one-time costs/installation costs/licensing/support using Appendix B
- E-Rate eligibility percentage for every line item
- Network diagrams
- Documentation supporting equivalency and compatibility
- Written confirmation of SPI discounted billing status
- Risks/assumptions/dependencies/exclusions/exceptions
- Vendor narrative (Appendix A)
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- Toledo, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Glass City Academy?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Melissa Scalzo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Glass City Academy 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 Melissa Scalzo at (419) 360-3023. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Managed PoE switches, Routers, Wireless access points, Wireless controllers, Firewall appliances, Copper and fiber cabling, Patch panels, Network drops, Racks, UPS equipment, Eligible licenses, Installation, Configuration, Testing, Labeling, Training, Fixed-fee management, Operation, And monitoring. 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 Category 2 products and services (50), E-Rate experience and compliance with K-12 Schools (20), Technical solution, compatibility, and completeness (15), Ability to serve all request..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Glass City Academy?
All active and historical solicitations from Glass City Academy are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Glass City Academy 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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: Detailed proposal and network design by location, Manufacturer/make/model/SKU/product type/quantity/unit pricing/recurring costs/one-time costs/installation costs/licensing/support using Appendix B, E. Review the full document from Glass City Academy for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Toledo, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
