IDEA Public Schools - E-Rate CAT 2 Refresh Network Equipment and Installation - RFP #51-CAT2RFSH-0127 (2026)
IDEA Public SchoolsSchool · Weslaco, TX- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
This Request for Proposal solicits E-Rate Category Two (CAT 2) network equipment and installation services for network refresh projects across eight IDEA Public Schools sites in Texas, including IDEA Parmer Park, IDEA Health Professions, IDEA Mesa Hills, IDEA Achieve, IDEA Rise, IDEA Toros, and IDEA A.W. Brown. The project focuses on replacing end-of-life network electronics with scalable, turnkey network infrastructure solutions. Services include equipment procurement, delivery, installation, configuration, testing, performance validation, maintenance, removal of legacy equipment, and documentation submission. Vendors must comply with the Universal Service Support Mechanism E-Rate Program, provide a valid SPIN and FCCRN, and submit a statement regarding Red Light Status. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026.
Equipment procurement, Delivery, Installation, Configuration, Testing, Performance validation, Maintenance, Removal of legacy equipment, Submission of required project documentation
SUMMARY
This Request for Proposal solicits E-Rate Category Two (CAT 2) network equipment and installation services for network refresh projects across eight IDEA Public Schools sites in Texas, including IDEA Parmer Park, IDEA Health Professions, IDEA Mesa Hills, IDEA Achieve, IDEA Rise, IDEA Toros, and IDEA A.W. Brown.
The project focuses on replacing end-of-life network electronics with scalable, turnkey network infrastructure solutions. Services include equipment procurement, delivery, installation, configuration, testing, performance validation, maintenance, removal of legacy equipment, and documentation submission. Vendors must comply with the Universal Service Support Mechanism E-Rate Program, provide a valid SPIN and FCCRN, and submit a statement regarding Red Light Status. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Equipment procurement
- Delivery
- Installation
- Configuration
- Testing
- Performance validation
- Maintenance
- Removal of legacy equipment
- Submission of required project documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Valid Federal Communications Commission Registration Number (FCCRN)
- Statement regarding Red Light Status
- Submit to
- https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/ideaps,tx/bid/bidView?bidId=215480
- Scope location
- Texas, US
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from IDEA Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 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.publicpurchase.com/gems/ideaps,tx/bid/bidView?bidId=215480.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including IDEA Public Schools 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 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Equipment procurement, Delivery, Installation, Configuration, Testing, Performance validation, Maintenance, Removal of legacy equipment, Submission of required project documentation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from IDEA Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from IDEA Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, IDEA Public 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 November 13, 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: valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), valid Federal Communications Commission Registration Number (FCCRN), statement regarding Red Light Status. Review the full document from IDEA Public 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: Texas, US. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.