Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence - New PA System, School RFP 2026 - BD-27-2129-MLKJR-135026
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of ExcellenceSchool · Springfield, MA- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Breish
- (413) 531-0275
The 30-second brief
Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence in Springfield, MA is seeking proposals for a new Public Address (PA) system, speakers, horns, strobe lights, and cabling to replace the existing dated system across the entire campus. The scope of work includes new wiring, IP speakers connected to PoE switches, VoIP integration with a SIP paging adapter, bell scheduling, battery backup, UPS, and disposal of old equipment. The project involves 40 rooms, hallways, gym, music room, and cafeteria, requiring ADA-compliant strobe lights and audible levels above 90-105 dB. Mandatory pre-bid meeting on November 9, 2026, with bids due by December 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Project execution is scheduled between July 1 and July 30, 2027.
Product quality/appropriateness/compatibility/performance, Bidder's qualifications/experience, Bidder's total proposed price, Bidder's support/service, Bidder's warranty/maintenance, Proposed product/solution meeting Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence present needs as well as future needs through enhancements and upgrades
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Summary
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Charter School of Excellence in Springfield, MA is seeking proposals for a new Public Address (PA) system, speakers, horns, strobe lights, and cabling to replace the existing dated system across the entire campus. The scope of work includes new wiring, IP speakers connected to PoE switches, VoIP integration with a SIP paging adapter, bell scheduling, battery backup, UPS, and disposal of old equipment. The project involves 40 rooms, hallways, gym, music room, and cafeteria, requiring ADA-compliant strobe lights and audible levels above 90-105 dB. Mandatory pre-bid meeting on November 9, 2026, with bids due by December 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Project execution is scheduled between July 1 and July 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Product quality/appropriateness/compatibility/performance
- Bidder's qualifications/experience
- Bidder's total proposed price
- Bidder's support/service
- Bidder's warranty/maintenance
- Proposed product/solution meeting Martin Luther King
- Jr
Charter School of Excellence present needs as well as future needs through enhancements and upgrades
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Executive Summary, Bidder information, qualifications, and references, Itemized pricing of materials, software, delivery, installation, maintenance, and warranty per building and total cost of bid, Descriptions and/or brochures for all hardware/software/systems used in your proposed solution, Example of maintenance contract and warranty, Familiar Disclosure Affidavit, Labor and Material Payment Bond, Performance Bond
- Submit to
- Martin Luther King, Jr Charter School of Excellence, ATTN: John Breish, Director of Operations, 285 Dorset Avenue, Springfield, MA 01108 and email copy to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Springfield, MA
- Reported agency
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Martin Luther King, Jr Charter School of Excellence, ATTN: John Breish, Director of Operations, 285 Dorset Avenue, Springfield, MA 01108 and email copy to [email protected]. For questions, contact John Breish.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence in MA, 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 John Breish at (413) 531-0275. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Product quality/appropriateness/compatibility/performance, Bidder's qualifications/experience, Bidder's total proposed price, Bidder's support/service, Bidder's warranty/maintenance, Proposed product/..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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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: Executive Summary, Bidder information, qualifications, and references, Itemized pricing of materials, software, delivery, installation, maintenance, and warranty per building and total cost of bid, De. Review the full document from Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School Of Excellence for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.