Huntsville School District 1 - Internal Connections and WAP Licensing - Form 470 270004227, 2027
Huntsville School DistrictSchool · Huntsville, AR- Due
- Dec 26, 2026
- 43 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Wesley Ellis
The 30-second brief
Huntsville School District 1 is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 (FCC Form 470 #270004227) for Category Two internal connections and related services, including network racks, UPS/battery backup installation, switches, and wireless access point (WAP) licensing. The scope encompasses upgrading current racks, mounting existing UPS devices, supplying 14 Aruba 2930F switches or equivalent, and providing 250 WAP licenses (1-year, 3-year, or 5-year options). All questions are due by November 21, 2026, and bids must be submitted via the online IFCB system by December 26, 2026. A voluntary site visit is scheduled for November 17 or November 20, 2026, at Watson Primary School in Huntsville, AR.
10 Racks; 22 UPS/Battery Backup installations; 22 Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup basic maintenance items; 22 Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components; 14 Switches (Aruba 2930F or equivalent); 250 WAP Licenses (1-year, 3-year, Or 5-year options)
Price is the primary factor
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Summary
Huntsville School District 1 is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 (FCC Form 470 #270004227) for Category Two internal connections and related services, including network racks, UPS/battery backup installation, switches, and wireless access point (WAP) licensing.
The scope encompasses upgrading current racks, mounting existing UPS devices, supplying 14 Aruba 2930F switches or equivalent, and providing 250 WAP licenses (1-year, 3-year, or 5-year options). All questions are due by November 21, 2026, and bids must be submitted via the online IFCB system by December 26, 2026. A voluntary site visit is scheduled for November 17 or November 20, 2026, at Watson Primary School in Huntsville, AR.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price is the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- 10 Racks
- 22 UPS/Battery Backup installations
- 22 Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup basic maintenance items
- 22 Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components
- 14 Switches (Aruba 2930F or equivalent)
- 250 WAP Licenses (1-year, 3-year, Or 5-year options)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- C2 Cover Page
- Quote or bill of materials
- Documentation demonstrating required compatibility
- Submit to
- www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb
- Scope location
- Huntsville, AR
- Reported agency
- Huntsville School District 1
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Huntsville School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 26, 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: www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb. For questions, contact Wesley Ellis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Huntsville School District in AR, 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 Wesley Ellis. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 10 Racks; 22 UPS/Battery Backup installations; 22 Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup basic maintenance items; 22 Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components; 14 Switches (Aruba 2930F or equivalent); 250 WAP Licenses (1-year, 3-year, Or 5-year options). 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 is the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Huntsville School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Huntsville School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Huntsville 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 December 26, 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: C2 Cover Page, quote or bill of materials, documentation demonstrating required compatibility. Review the full document from Huntsville 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: Huntsville, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
