Macon County School Dist R 1 - E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services RFP - 270001461
Macon County R-I School DistrictSchool · Macon, MO- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Dare
- (618) 318-0767 ext 101
The 30-second brief
Macon County School Dist R 1 seeks proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS). The scope includes network support, operation, management, and monitoring of existing network infrastructure and Category 2 eligible internal connections components across 4 school entities in Macon, Missouri. Required equipment and infrastructure supported includes 43 Ubiquiti Access Points, 24 Ubiquiti switches, 1 Fortinet Firewall (200E), 3 SMART-APC Battery backups, routers, cabling, and UPS battery backups. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN number and Form 473 on file. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026. Bids must be emailed to the consultant, Jill Dare.
43 Ubiquiti Access Points (UAP-AC-HD-US Wave 2 Enterprise), 24 Ubiquiti switches (UBUSW24POE, UB48), 1 Fortinet Firewall (FG-200E), 3 SMART-APC Battery backups (SKU: APCSMX1500RM2UNC)
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Summary
Macon County School Dist R 1 seeks proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS).
The scope includes network support, operation, management, and monitoring of existing network infrastructure and Category 2 eligible internal connections components across 4 school entities in Macon, Missouri. Required equipment and infrastructure supported includes 43 Ubiquiti Access Points, 24 Ubiquiti switches, 1 Fortinet Firewall (200E), 3 SMART-APC Battery backups, routers, cabling, and UPS battery backups. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN number and Form 473 on file. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026. Bids must be emailed to the consultant, Jill Dare.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 43 Ubiquiti Access Points (UAP-AC-HD-US Wave 2 Enterprise)
- 24 Ubiquiti switches (UBUSW24POE, UB48)
- 1 Fortinet Firewall (FG-200E)
- 3 SMART-APC Battery backups (SKU: APCSMX1500RM2UNC)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
E-Rate SPIN number, 2027 Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Macon, MO
- Reported agency
- Macon County School Dist R 1
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Macon County R-I School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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]. For questions, contact Jill Dare.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Macon County R-I School District in MO, 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 Jill Dare at (618) 318-0767 ext 101. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 43 Ubiquiti Access Points (UAP-AC-HD-US Wave 2 Enterprise), 24 Ubiquiti switches (UBUSW24POE, UB48), 1 Fortinet Firewall (FG-200E), 3 SMART-APC Battery backups (SKU: APCSMX1500RM2UNC). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Macon County R-I School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Macon County R-I School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Macon County R-I School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: E-Rate SPIN number, 2027 Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473. Review the full document from Macon County R-I 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: Macon, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
