Jackson County Intermediate School District Wireless Access Point Upgrade RFP 2026
Jackson Isd, Jackson, MI·School
Track Jackson Isd solicitations
Get alerted when Jackson Isd posts a new RFP, and see the pre-RFP signals months before it publishes.
- Reported Agency
- Jackson County Intermediate School District
- Primary Contact
- Brad Hess
- Scope Location
- Jackson, MI
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
Jackson County Intermediate School District is accepting proposals for wireless access point upgrade equipment, including necessary licensing and components to properly function at the access layer. The project entails providing Cisco CW9164I-B hardware or equivalent, along with alternative pricing for 5 and 7 year terms for Cisco DNA Essentials licensing or equivalent licensing. This project is applying for Category 2 E-rate funding. Technical questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., and proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 1:50 p.m., to be delivered to Brad Hess at Jackson County Intermediate School District, 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, MI 49201 or via email to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Compliance with bid documents, Completeness of bid, Price/Total cost of ownership, Anticipated completion timelines/Equipment availability, Contractor qualifications, Previous experience, Compatibility with the district’s existing hardware and software solutions, Understanding of needs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cisco CW9164I-B, Equivalent equipment, Itemized list of hardware items including quantity, Description, Part numbers, And cost, Quotes used when ordering
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Price Summary Form, CONFLICT OF INTEREST AFFIDAVIT, Certification of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Form, Contractor Agreement Form, Equivalent Equipment Questionnaire
You're reading this because they made it public. Your competitor read the board minutes that named this project 6–18 months ago. We read those same minutes. Next time, read them first.
Work in government? Get Civic IQ free →Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Jackson Isd?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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 Brad Hess.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with bid documents, Completeness of bid, Price/Total cost of ownership, Anticipated completion timelines/Equipment availability, Contractor qualifications, Previous experience, Compatibilit..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jackson Isd?
All active and historical solicitations from Jackson Isd are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Jackson Isd 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 2, 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: Price Summary Form, CONFLICT OF INTEREST AFFIDAVIT, Certification of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Form, Contractor Agreement Form, Equivalent Equipment Questionnaire. Review the full document from Jackson Isd for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Jackson Isd in MI, 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 Brad Hess. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jackson, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cisco CW9164I-B, Equivalent equipment, Itemized list of hardware items including quantity, Description, Part numbers, And cost, Quotes used when ordering. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Can I search RFPs like this in ChatGPT or Claude?
Yes. Civic IQ has an MCP server that connects ChatGPT, Claude and other AI assistants to live Civic IQ data: open RFPs, pre-RFP signals from public meetings, awarded contracts and agency decision-makers across 100,000+ US public agencies. Add https://beta.mcp.civiciq.com/mcp as a connector (in ChatGPT under Settings > Apps & Connectors, in Claude under Settings > Connectors) and sign in with a free Civic IQ account at civiciq.com/mcp.
Bring us your territory.
We'll show you what is forming.
B2G and SLED sales intelligence. Surface government procurement signals from 100,000+ state, local, and education agencies months before the RFP.