LEARN Regional Education Service Center - LEARN Early Childhood School Technology Package - 2026
LearnSchool · Old Lyme, CT- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Margaret Molnar-Ryan
- (860) 235-5313
The 30-second brief
Procurement for Bid Package #2 Technology Package for the new LEARN Early Childhood School in Waterford, CT, serving students infant/toddler through second grade. Scope includes procurement, delivery, configuration, and installation of network active electronics and wireless access points (Juniper Networks, Extreme Networks), phone systems (Mitel), charging stations (Kensington, Belkin), and uninterruptible power supplies (Eaton/APC) supporting 87,749 sq ft school construction project (State Project Number 245-0090 MAG/N/PF, NA Project Number 20240069). Submission deadline is December 3, 2026, at 11:00 am. A mandatory virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 17, 2026, at 9:00 am. Question deadline is November 18, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Requires lump sum pricing, non-collusion certification, background disclosure, legal status disclosure, and references.
Bid Package #2 Technology Package including Juniper network switches and firewalls, Extreme wireless access points, Mitel IP phone handsets and licenses, Kensington and Belkin charging stations, And Eaton/APC uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and PDU units.
Price, qualifications, experience
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Summary
Procurement for Bid Package #2 Technology Package for the new LEARN Early Childhood School in Waterford, CT, serving students infant/toddler through second grade.
Scope includes procurement, delivery, configuration, and installation of network active electronics and wireless access points (Juniper Networks, Extreme Networks), phone systems (Mitel), charging stations (Kensington, Belkin), and uninterruptible power supplies (Eaton/APC) supporting 87,749 sq ft school construction project (State Project Number 245-0090 MAG/N/PF, NA Project Number 20240069). Submission deadline is December 3, 2026, at 11:00 am. A mandatory virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 17, 2026, at 9:00 am. Question deadline is November 18, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Requires lump sum pricing, non-collusion certification, background disclosure, legal status disclosure, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Qualifications
- Experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Bid Package #2 Technology Package including Juniper network switches and firewalls, Extreme wireless access points, Mitel IP phone handsets and licenses, Kensington and Belkin charging stations, And Eaton/APC uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and PDU units.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Form of Proposal
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Background Disclosure Form
- Legal Status Disclosure Form
- Statement of References Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- W-9 form
- Submit to
- https://portal.ct.gov/das/ctsource/bidboard?language=en_US
- Scope location
- Waterford, CT
- Reported agency
- LEARN Regional Education Service Center
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Learn?
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: https://portal.ct.gov/das/ctsource/bidboard?language=en_US. For questions, contact Margaret Molnar-Ryan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Learn in CT, 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.
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 Molnar-Ryan at (860) 235-5313. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Package #2 Technology Package including Juniper network switches and firewalls, Extreme wireless access points, Mitel IP phone handsets and licenses, Kensington and Belkin charging stations, And Eaton/APC uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and PDU units.. 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: "Price, qualifications, experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Learn?
All active and historical solicitations from Learn are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Learn 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 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 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: Form of Proposal, Non-Collusion Certification, Background Disclosure Form, Legal Status Disclosure Form, Statement of References Form, Certificate of Insurance, W-9 form. Review the full document from Learn for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waterford, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
