Lake County School District R 1 - Category Two Internal Connections Network Equipment RFP 2027
Lake County School District R-1School · Leadville, CO- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rena Sanchez
- (719) 486-6800
The 30-second brief
Lake County School District R-1 is soliciting competitive proposals for E-Rate eligible Category Two internal connections equipment, network hardware, and associated services under FCC Form 470 #270001290. The scope includes Ubiquiti or equivalent enterprise network switches, Wi-Fi antennas, connectors, fiber optic and patch cabling, enterprise firewalls (EFG), campus aggregation switches, and associated installation, configuration, and shipping. Vendor proposals must include itemized unit pricing, extended totals, separate eligible/ineligible cost allocation, monthly and non-recurring charges, warranty, and licensing fees. The proposal submission deadline is November 25, 2026, with questions due by October 23, 2026. The initial contract term commences April 1, 2027, concluding September 30, 2028, with an option to extend for one additional one-year term through September 30, 2029.
ECS-Aggregation (2); USW-Pro-XG-Aggregation (1); USW-Pro-Aggregation (3); USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE 720W (36); 10G Short Range Fiber module MM (70); 25G Long Range Fiber Module SM (6); 100G Short Range Fiber Module MM (3); 0.5m patch cables MM (45); 1.0m patch cables MM (45); Enterprise Firewall EFG (1); Installation of All Equipment; Shipping & Freight Charges
Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services
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Summary
Lake County School District R-1 is soliciting competitive proposals for E-Rate eligible Category Two internal connections equipment, network hardware, and associated services under FCC Form 470 #270001290.
The scope includes Ubiquiti or equivalent enterprise network switches, Wi-Fi antennas, connectors, fiber optic and patch cabling, enterprise firewalls (EFG), campus aggregation switches, and associated installation, configuration, and shipping. Vendor proposals must include itemized unit pricing, extended totals, separate eligible/ineligible cost allocation, monthly and non-recurring charges, warranty, and licensing fees. The proposal submission deadline is November 25, 2026, with questions due by October 23, 2026. The initial contract term commences April 1, 2027, concluding September 30, 2028, with an option to extend for one additional one-year term through September 30, 2029.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Applicant name
- BEN
- FCC Form 470 number
- Service Provider Name
- Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Service Provider contact information
- Terms and conditions
- Completed pricing worksheet
REQUIRED STAFFING
Installation labor, Configuration costs
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Duration
- 18 months
- Scope location
- Leadville, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lake County School District R-1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 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], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Rena Sanchez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lake County School District R-1 in CO, 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 Rena Sanchez at (719) 486-6800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Installation labor, Configuration costs. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: ECS-Aggregation (2); USW-Pro-XG-Aggregation (1); USW-Pro-Aggregation (3); USW-Pro-Max-48-PoE 720W (36); 10G Short Range Fiber module MM (70); 25G Long Range Fiber Module SM (6); 100G Short Range Fiber Module MM (3); 0.5m patch cables MM (45); 1.0m patch cables MM (45); Enterprise Firewall EFG (1); I. 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 E-Rate eligible products and services" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County School District R-1?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake County School District R-1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lake County School District R-1 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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: Applicant name, BEN, FCC Form 470 number, Service Provider Name, Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), Service Provider contact information, Terms and conditions, Completed pricing worksheet. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Lake County School District R-1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Leadville, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.