Lauderdale County School District E-Rate Category 2 Internal Connections RFP 2027
Lauderdale County School DistrictSchool · Meridian, MS- Due
- Nov 26, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Margaret Rollins
- (662) 312-7210
The 30-second brief
Lauderdale County School District seeks E-Rate funding year 2027 proposals for Category Two internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services. Services include 322,000 feet of cabling, wireless access points, switches, firewalls, racks, uninterruptible power supply battery backups, and antennas. Equipment preferences include Juniper Networks, Fortinet, and Tripplite or equivalent. The submission deadline is November 26, 2026. Proposals are subject to State of Mississippi Procurement Law.
Category 2 Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, Managed Internal Broadband Services, Cabling (322, 000 Feet), Wireless Access Points, Switches, Firewall Service, Racks, Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup, Antennas, Connectors and Related Components
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Summary
Lauderdale County School District seeks E-Rate funding year 2027 proposals for Category Two internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services.
Services include 322,000 feet of cabling, wireless access points, switches, firewalls, racks, uninterruptible power supply battery backups, and antennas. Equipment preferences include Juniper Networks, Fortinet, and Tripplite or equivalent. The submission deadline is November 26, 2026. Proposals are subject to State of Mississippi Procurement Law.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Category 2 Internal Connections
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
- Managed Internal Broadband Services
- Cabling (322, 000 Feet)
- Wireless Access Points
- Switches
- Firewall Service
- Racks
- Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup
- Antennas
- Connectors and Related Components
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003001/128650/22846440-Lauderdale%20C2%20RFP%202027%20FINAL.docx
- Submit to
- https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003001/128650/22846440-Lauderdale%20C2%20RFP%202027%20FINAL.docx
- Scope location
- Meridian, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lauderdale County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 26, 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://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003001/128650/22846440-Lauderdale%20C2%20RFP%202027%20FINAL.docx. For questions, contact Margaret Rollins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lauderdale County School District in MS, 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 Margaret Rollins at (662) 312-7210. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 2 Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, Managed Internal Broadband Services, Cabling (322, 000 Feet), Wireless Access Points, Switches, Firewall Service, Racks, Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup, Antennas, Connectors and Related Components. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Lauderdale County School District?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 26, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003001/128650/22846440-Lauderdale%20C2%20RFP%202027%20FINAL.docx. Review the full document from Lauderdale County 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: Meridian, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.