Goshen Community Schools - Network Equipment and Cabling RFP - 2027
Goshen Community SchoolsSchool · Goshen, IN- Due
- Dec 18, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Nov 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Branden Beachy
- (574) 971-4152
The 30-second brief
Goshen Community Schools is seeking proposals for network equipment, cabling, and IT infrastructure services under FCC Form 470 #270003939 for funding year 2027. The project scope includes internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services across eligible district locations in Goshen, Indiana. Required goods and services comprise Cisco switches (C9200L, C9500), power supplies, stacking kits, Meraki 1-year access point licenses, Ubiquiti U7 Pro XGS wireless access points, Category 6 cable runs, and 24-port/48-port keystone patch panels. Bids are due by December 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, submitted via email to Branden Beachy with a copy to Dan Rice. Technical questions are due by December 2, 2026. This procurement is contingent upon E-Rate Category 2 funding availability.
1 +/- Cisco C9200L-48PXG-4X-EDU 48 port switch; 1 +/- Cisco PWR-C5-1KWAC Power supply; 1 +/- Cisco C9200L-24PXG-4X-EDU 24 port switch; 1 +/- Cisco C9200L-STACK-KIT Stacking kits; 2 +/- Cisco C9500-24Y4C-EDU 24 port switch; 650 +/- Cisco LIC-ENT-1YR Meraki 1 year AP licenses; 300 +/- Ubiquiti U7 Pro XGS Wireless access point; 2 +/- Category 6 cable runs, Complete; 4 +/- 24-port keystone patch panels and jacks; 2 +/- 48-port keystone patch panels and jacks
Cost of eligible goods and services, technical details, pricing and terms, experience, references, adherence to response format
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Summary
Goshen Community Schools is seeking proposals for network equipment, cabling, and IT infrastructure services under FCC Form 470 #270003939 for funding year 2027.
The project scope includes internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services across eligible district locations in Goshen, Indiana. Required goods and services comprise Cisco switches (C9200L, C9500), power supplies, stacking kits, Meraki 1-year access point licenses, Ubiquiti U7 Pro XGS wireless access points, Category 6 cable runs, and 24-port/48-port keystone patch panels. Bids are due by December 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, submitted via email to Branden Beachy with a copy to Dan Rice. Technical questions are due by December 2, 2026. This procurement is contingent upon E-Rate Category 2 funding availability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of eligible goods and services
- Technical details
- Pricing and terms
- Experience
- References
- Adherence to response format
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- 1 +/- Cisco C9200L-48PXG-4X-EDU 48 port switch
- 1 +/- Cisco PWR-C5-1KWAC Power supply
- 1 +/- Cisco C9200L-24PXG-4X-EDU 24 port switch
- 1 +/- Cisco C9200L-STACK-KIT Stacking kits
- 2 +/- Cisco C9500-24Y4C-EDU 24 port switch
- 650 +/- Cisco LIC-ENT-1YR Meraki 1 year AP licenses
- 300 +/- Ubiquiti U7 Pro XGS Wireless access point
- 2 +/- Category 6 cable runs, Complete
- 4 +/- 24-port keystone patch panels and jacks
- 2 +/- 48-port keystone patch panels and jacks
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Line-item pricing
- Technical description for equivalent products
- Company certifications and connections
- Two reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- Ready-to-execute or sample contract
- Submit to
- [email protected] and copied to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Goshen, IN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Goshen Community Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 18, 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 copied to [email protected]. For questions, contact Branden Beachy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Goshen Community Schools in IN, 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 Branden Beachy at (574) 971-4152. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1 +/- Cisco C9200L-48PXG-4X-EDU 48 port switch; 1 +/- Cisco PWR-C5-1KWAC Power supply; 1 +/- Cisco C9200L-24PXG-4X-EDU 24 port switch; 1 +/- Cisco C9200L-STACK-KIT Stacking kits; 2 +/- Cisco C9500-24Y4C-EDU 24 port switch; 650 +/- Cisco LIC-ENT-1YR Meraki 1 year AP licenses; 300 +/- Ubiquiti U7 Pro. 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 eligible goods and services, technical details, pricing and terms, experience, references, adherence to response format" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Goshen Community Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Goshen Community Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Goshen Community 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 December 18, 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: Line-item pricing, technical description for equivalent products, company certifications and connections, two reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, ready-to-execute or sample contract. Review the full document from Goshen Community 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: Goshen, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
