Lincoln Public School District - Lincoln Y30 RFP 11488 Network Equipment FY27 - 2027
Lincoln Public SchoolsSchool · Lincoln, NE- Due
- Nov 27, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jessica Jefferson
- (402) 436-1707
The 30-second brief
Lincoln Public School District seeks E-Rate funding year 2027 proposals for network equipment and services under Form 470 application number 270003040. The scope includes internal connections and basic maintenance for wireless access points, switches, cabling, antennas, and uninterruptable power supply battery backup units. Requested quantities include 10,024 wireless access points, 953 switches, 1,200 cabling items, 204 antennas and connectors, and 6 UPS units, with Aruba or equivalent hardware specified. Submissions are accepted until November 27, 2026, requiring compliance with USAC E-Rate competitive bidding guidelines and pricing evaluation as the primary factor.
Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Cabling, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components, Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections Wireless Access Points, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections Switches
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Summary
Lincoln Public School District seeks E-Rate funding year 2027 proposals for network equipment and services under Form 470 application number 270003040.
The scope includes internal connections and basic maintenance for wireless access points, switches, cabling, antennas, and uninterruptable power supply battery backup units. Requested quantities include 10,024 wireless access points, 953 switches, 1,200 cabling items, 204 antennas and connectors, and 6 UPS units, with Aruba or equivalent hardware specified. Submissions are accepted until November 27, 2026, requiring compliance with USAC E-Rate competitive bidding guidelines and pricing evaluation as the primary factor.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Cabling
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related Components
- Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections Wireless Access Points
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections Switches
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003040/138458/22850313-RFP%2011488%20Network%20Equipment%20FY27.pdf
- Submit to
- https://www.lps.org/o/ba/page/suppliers
- Scope location
- Lincoln, NE
- Reported agency
- Lincoln Public School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lincoln Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 27, 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://www.lps.org/o/ba/page/suppliers. For questions, contact Jessica Jefferson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lincoln Public Schools in NE, 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 Jessica Jefferson at (402) 436-1707. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Cabling, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components, Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections Wireless Access. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lincoln Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Lincoln Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lincoln Public Schools 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 November 27, 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/Form470/270003040/138458/22850313-RFP%2011488%20Network%20Equipment%20FY27.pdf. Review the full document from Lincoln Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lincoln, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.