Joplin School District R8 Managed Internal Broadband Services Bid - 270002137
Joplin School DistrictSchool · Joplin, MO- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
The 30-second brief
Joplin School District R8 is requesting bids for Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) under E-Rate Funding Year 2027, Form 470 application number 270002137. The project requires IT infrastructure equipment and services including firewall service and components (Sophos XGS 4500), network switches (Ruckus ICX series), and wireless access points (Ruckus R560, T350se, T350c) across district facilities in Joplin, MO. Mandatory site visits are required for vendors bidding on Category Two projects. The submission deadline for bids is December 4, 2026, with questions due by October 30, 2026. All bids must be submitted through the online IFCB system.
Firewall Service and Components (Sophos XGS 4500), Switches (Ruckus ICX 8200zp2E2, Ruckus ICX 8200C08PF, Ruckus ICX 820024P, Ruckus ICX 820024FX, Ruckus ICX 7850F, Ruckus ICX 7850C), Wireless Access Points (Ruckus R560, Ruckus T350se, Ruckus T350c), Managed Internal Broadband Services
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Summary
Joplin School District R8 is requesting bids for Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) under E-Rate Funding Year 2027, Form 470 application number 270002137.
The project requires IT infrastructure equipment and services including firewall service and components (Sophos XGS 4500), network switches (Ruckus ICX series), and wireless access points (Ruckus R560, T350se, T350c) across district facilities in Joplin, MO. Mandatory site visits are required for vendors bidding on Category Two projects. The submission deadline for bids is December 4, 2026, with questions due by October 30, 2026. All bids must be submitted through the online IFCB system.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Firewall Service and Components (Sophos XGS 4500), Switches (Ruckus ICX 8200zp2E2, Ruckus ICX 8200C08PF, Ruckus ICX 820024P, Ruckus ICX 820024FX, Ruckus ICX 7850F, Ruckus ICX 7850C), Wireless Access Points (Ruckus R560, Ruckus T350se, Ruckus T350c), Managed Internal Broadband Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- C2 Cover Page
- Quote or bill of materials
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb
- Scope location
- Joplin, MO
- Reported agency
- Joplin School District R8
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Joplin School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 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.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Joplin School District in MO, 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 Bid 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: Firewall Service and Components (Sophos XGS 4500), Switches (Ruckus ICX 8200zp2E2, Ruckus ICX 8200C08PF, Ruckus ICX 820024P, Ruckus ICX 820024FX, Ruckus ICX 7850F, Ruckus ICX 7850C), Wireless Access Points (Ruckus R560, Ruckus T350se, Ruckus T350c), Managed Internal Broadband Services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 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 Bid?
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, signed addenda. Review the full document from Joplin 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: Joplin, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.