Memphis School of Excellence Internal Connections & Managed Internal Broadband Services RFP - BEN 16063817
Memphis School Of ExcellenceSchool · Memphis, TN- Due
- Nov 28, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Hank Lawrence
The 30-second brief
Memphis School of Excellence is soliciting proposals for E-Rate eligible internal connections and managed internal broadband services for Fund Year 2026. The scope includes the supply, installation, activation, and configuration of networking equipment including 40 Ruckus R770 Access Points, 10 Cisco Catalyst 9350 48-port switches, and 5 APC SMX2000RMLV2UNC UPS units. Additional requirements include 50 Cat6e cable drops, 10 Cat6w relocations, and 10 GB fiber cabling between MDFs and IDFs at the Cordova Elementary and Cordova Secondary sites. Bidders must be authorized resellers and registered with USAC with a valid SPIN. Proposals are due by November 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST via the provided submission link. Evaluation will be based on a scoring rubric where E-Rate eligible costs are the highest-weighted criterion (40%).
Networking equipment, Installation, Activation, Configuration, Cabling certification, SPIN number, MRC/NRC cost tables
E-Rate eligible recurring and one-time costs (40), References (20), Prior Experience (15), Proposal meets demand (15), Total project cost (10)
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Summary
Memphis School of Excellence is soliciting proposals for E-Rate eligible internal connections and managed internal broadband services for Fund Year 2026.
The scope includes the supply, installation, activation, and configuration of networking equipment including 40 Ruckus R770 Access Points, 10 Cisco Catalyst 9350 48-port switches, and 5 APC SMX2000RMLV2UNC UPS units. Additional requirements include 50 Cat6e cable drops, 10 Cat6w relocations, and 10 GB fiber cabling between MDFs and IDFs at the Cordova Elementary and Cordova Secondary sites. Bidders must be authorized resellers and registered with USAC with a valid SPIN. Proposals are due by November 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST via the provided submission link. Evaluation will be based on a scoring rubric where E-Rate eligible costs are the highest-weighted criterion (40%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Networking equipment
- Installation
- Activation
- Configuration
- Cabling certification
- SPIN number
- MRC/NRC cost tables
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A: MRC/NRC Cost Tables
- Submit to
- Proposal Submission Link
- Scope location
- Memphis, TN; Cordova, TN
- Reported agency
- Memphis School of Excellence
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Memphis School Of Excellence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 28, 2025. 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: Proposal Submission Link. For questions, contact Hank Lawrence.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Memphis School Of Excellence in TN, 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 Hank Lawrence. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Networking equipment, Installation, Activation, Configuration, Cabling certification, SPIN number, MRC/NRC cost tables. 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: "E-Rate eligible recurring and one-time costs (40), References (20), Prior Experience (15), Proposal meets demand (15), Total project cost (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Memphis School Of Excellence?
All active and historical solicitations from Memphis School Of Excellence are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Memphis School Of Excellence 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.
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: Appendix A: MRC/NRC Cost Tables. Review the full document from Memphis 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: Memphis, TN; Cordova, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.