McLouth Unif School Dist 342 - FY27 McLouth Cat 2 Form 470 RFP ACD - 2027
McLouth Unified School District 342School · Mclouth, KS- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Traci Taylor
- (620) 675-8804
The 30-second brief
MCLOUTH UNIF SCHOOL DIST 342 requests bids for E-Rate Category 2 internal connections equipment including 45 Unifi E7 Access Points or equivalent, 6 Unifi USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE (1080W) switches or equivalent, and 6 Unifi UPS-2U-Pro-US uninterruptible power supplies or equivalent. The project involves network hardware procurement and installation for schools in McLouth, Kansas, under application number 270002046. Proposals must be submitted via email by November 25, 2026, 11:59 PM, and include detailed line-item pricing compatible with E-Rate Item 21 requirements. Evaluation prioritizes cost of E-Rate eligible services alongside technical merit, vendor experience, and support location.
Quantity 45 - Unifi E7 Access Points or equivalent; Quantity 6 - Unifi USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE (1080W) or equivalent; Quantity 6 - Unifi UPS-2U-Pro-US used strictly to power eligible network hardware (such as switches, Routers, And wireless access points) or equivalent
Cost of E-Rate eligible services, technical merit, vendor references, prior experience with vendors, location of vendor in relation to providing support, quality of proposal
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Summary
MCLOUTH UNIF SCHOOL DIST 342 requests bids for E-Rate Category 2 internal connections equipment including 45 Unifi E7 Access Points or equivalent, 6 Unifi USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE (1080W) switches or equivalent, and 6 Unifi UPS-2U-Pro-US uninterruptible power supplies or equivalent.
The project involves network hardware procurement and installation for schools in McLouth, Kansas, under application number 270002046. Proposals must be submitted via email by November 25, 2026, 11:59 PM, and include detailed line-item pricing compatible with E-Rate Item 21 requirements. Evaluation prioritizes cost of E-Rate eligible services alongside technical merit, vendor experience, and support location.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of E-Rate eligible services
- Technical merit
- Vendor references
- Prior experience with vendors
- Location of vendor in relation to providing support
- Quality of proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Quantity 45 - Unifi E7 Access Points or equivalent
- Quantity 6 - Unifi USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE (1080W) or equivalent
- Quantity 6 - Unifi UPS-2U-Pro-US used strictly to power eligible network hardware (such as switches, Routers, And wireless access points) or equivalent
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002046/137576/22827244-FY27%20McLouth%20Cat%202%20Form%20470%20RFP%20ACD.pdf
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- MC LOUTH, KS
- Reported agency
- McLouth Unif School Dist 342
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from McLouth Unified School District 342?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 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 Traci Taylor.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including McLouth Unified School District 342 in KS, 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 Traci Taylor at (620) 675-8804. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quantity 45 - Unifi E7 Access Points or equivalent; Quantity 6 - Unifi USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE (1080W) or equivalent; Quantity 6 - Unifi UPS-2U-Pro-US used strictly to power eligible network hardware (such as switches, Routers, And wireless access points) or equivalent. 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: "Cost of E-Rate eligible services, technical merit, vendor references, prior experience with vendors, location of vendor in relation to providing support, quality of proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from McLouth Unified School District 342?
All active and historical solicitations from McLouth Unified School District 342 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, McLouth Unified School District 342 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 25, 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/Form470/270002046/137576/22827244-FY27%20McLouth%20Cat%202%20Form%20470%20RFP%20ACD.pdf. Review the full document from McLouth Unified School District 342 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 LOUTH, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.