Lakeview School District - District WiFi Access Point Refresh Project - FY2027 E-Rate RFP 234560
Lakeview SDSchool · Stoneboro, PA- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Christopher Heck
- (724) 376-7911 ext 6127
The 30-second brief
Lakeview School District is seeking competitive proposals under the USAC E-Rate Category 2 program for Funding Year 2027 for the procurement, physical installation, configuration, PoE injector power deployment, and cloud management licensing of enterprise wireless access points, external omni-directional antennas, and 5-year cloud management licenses. The project covers Oakview Elementary School and Lakeview Middle-High School in Stoneboro, PA, involving Wi-Fi 6E/7 access points (Cisco Catalyst or equivalent), high-power inline PoE injectors, and platform migration services. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Evaluation criteria include cost of eligible goods and services, technical specifications and Meraki dashboard parity, vendor experience and references, implementation plan, and cost of ineligible goods and services.
Wi-Fi 6E/7 Enterprise Access Points, Multi-Gig High-Power Inline PoE Injectors, 5-Year Cloud Management Licenses, Dual-Band Outdoor Omni Antennas, Outdoor Surge Protectors & Mounting Kits, Physical Installation & Power Deployment, Platform Migration Hardware/Controllers/Services
Cost of E-Rate Eligible Goods and Services (30%), Technical Specifications & Meraki Dashboard Parity/Integration (or Migration Feasibility) (25%), Vendor Experience, E-Rate References, and Financial Stability (20%), Implementation Plan, Deployment Timeline, and Scope of Work (15%), Cost of Ineligible Goods and Services (10%)
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Summary
Lakeview School District is seeking competitive proposals under the USAC E-Rate Category 2 program for Funding Year 2027 for the procurement, physical installation, configuration, PoE injector power deployment, and cloud management licensing of enterprise wireless access points, external omni-directional antennas, and 5-year cloud management licenses.
The project covers Oakview Elementary School and Lakeview Middle-High School in Stoneboro, PA, involving Wi-Fi 6E/7 access points (Cisco Catalyst or equivalent), high-power inline PoE injectors, and platform migration services. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Evaluation criteria include cost of eligible goods and services, technical specifications and Meraki dashboard parity, vendor experience and references, implementation plan, and cost of ineligible goods and services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Wi-Fi 6E/7 Enterprise Access Points
- Multi-Gig High-Power Inline PoE Injectors
- 5-Year Cloud Management Licenses
- Dual-Band Outdoor Omni Antennas
- Outdoor Surge Protectors & Mounting Kits
- Physical Installation & Power Deployment
- Platform Migration Hardware/Controllers/Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Technical & Cost Proposal (Section 7) - Two (2) hard copies and one (1) USB flash drive, Completed Bank & Credit Reference Form (Section 4.1), Signed and Notarized Non-Collusion Affidavit (Section 5)
- Submit to
- Lakeview School District - District Office, Attn: Technology Department / FY2027 E-Rate RFP Submission, 2482 Mercer Street, Stoneboro, PA 16153
- Scope location
- Stoneboro, PA
- Reported agency
- Lakeview School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lakeview SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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: Lakeview School District - District Office, Attn: Technology Department / FY2027 E-Rate RFP Submission, 2482 Mercer Street, Stoneboro, PA 16153. For questions, contact Christopher Heck.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lakeview SD in PA, 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 Christopher Heck at (724) 376-7911 ext 6127. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wi-Fi 6E/7 Enterprise Access Points, Multi-Gig High-Power Inline PoE Injectors, 5-Year Cloud Management Licenses, Dual-Band Outdoor Omni Antennas, Outdoor Surge Protectors & Mounting Kits, Physical Installation & Power Deployment, Platform Migration Hardware/Controllers/Services. 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 Goods and Services (30%), Technical Specifications & Meraki Dashboard Parity/Integration (or Migration Feasibility) (25%), Vendor Experience, E-Rate References, and Financial S..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lakeview SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Lakeview SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lakeview SD 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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: Technical & Cost Proposal (Section 7) - Two (2) hard copies and one (1) USB flash drive, Completed Bank & Credit Reference Form (Section 4.1), Signed and Notarized Non-Collusion Affidavit (Section 5). Review the full document from Lakeview SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Stoneboro, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.