McKinney Independent School District - E-Rate Category 2 Equipment and Cabling - RFP 270001303 (2027)
McKinney Independent School DistrictSchool · Mckinney, TX- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Stephen McGilvray
- (469) 302-4081
The 30-second brief
McKinney Independent School District is requesting offers for Category 2 equipment and cabling, including wireless access points, switches, uninterruptable power supply battery backup units, cabling, antennas, connectors, racks, and managed internal broadband services. Basic maintenance and MIBS have been added to cover any applicable licenses. Vendor installation services are required. All electronic submissions must be received through the OpenGov bid portal or submitted as paper sealed bids by November 20, 2026.
Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses (75 Each); Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (14 Each); Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses (1000 Each); Cabling (1616 Feet, 312000 Feet, 4000 Feet); Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (9662 Each); Racks (14 Each); Managed Internal Broadband Services
Price
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Summary
McKinney Independent School District is requesting offers for Category 2 equipment and cabling, including wireless access points, switches, uninterruptable power supply battery backup units, cabling, antennas, connectors, racks, and managed internal broadband services.
Basic maintenance and MIBS have been added to cover any applicable licenses. Vendor installation services are required. All electronic submissions must be received through the OpenGov bid portal or submitted as paper sealed bids by November 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses (75 Each)
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (14 Each)
- Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses (1000 Each)
- Cabling (1616 Feet, 312000 Feet, 4000 Feet)
- Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (9662 Each)
- Racks (14 Each)
- Managed Internal Broadband Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Please see the RFP
- Submit to
- OpenGov bid portal or paper sealed bids
- Scope location
- MC KINNEY, TX
- Reported agency
- MCKINNEY INDEP SCHOOL DISTRICT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from McKinney Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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: OpenGov bid portal or paper sealed bids. For questions, contact Stephen McGilvray.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including McKinney Independent School District in TX, 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 Stephen McGilvray at (469) 302-4081. 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 (75 Each); Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (14 Each); Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses (1000 Each); Cabling (1616 Feet, 312000 Feet, 4000 Feet); Antennas, Connectors, And Related Co. 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 McKinney Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from McKinney Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, McKinney Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: Please see the RFP. Review the full document from McKinney Independent 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: MC KINNEY, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.