Millard Public Schools Wireless Access Point Cabling RFP 2025
- Due
- Jan 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 10, 2025
- Primary contact
- Joe Kuehl
The 30-second brief
Millard Public Schools (MPS) is soliciting proposals for the installation of network cabling for future wireless access point locations across 35 school buildings and 3 support buildings in Omaha, NE. The scope includes furnishing and installing Orange jacketed Commscope CS44P Network cable, purple patch cords, and associated hardware (J-hooks, loop supports, surface mount boxes) to support Ruckus R850 and R760 access points. The project involves approximately 230 total drops. Vendors must provide a total project cost and a per-drop cost for potential additions. Requirements include proof of general liability and worker's compensation insurance, and technicians must be certified. This is an E-Rate project for Funding Year 2026. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Dec. 17, 2025, with final submissions due Jan. 26, 2026.
Proposal with signed original, Appendix E Pricing Sheet, Draft copies of vendor documents, Three references, Vendor Summary, Proof of insurance
Total Price of solution (40 points), Previous relationship with manufacturer (25 points), Previous relationship with vendor (25 points), Meets all requirements of the RFP (10 points)
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Summary
Millard Public Schools (MPS) is soliciting proposals for the installation of network cabling for future wireless access point locations across 35 school buildings and 3 support buildings in Omaha, NE. The scope includes furnishing and installing Orange jacketed Commscope CS44P Network cable, purple patch cords, and associated hardware (J-hooks, loop supports, surface mount boxes) to support Ruckus R850 and R760 access points.
The project involves approximately 230 total drops. Vendors must provide a total project cost and a per-drop cost for potential additions. Requirements include proof of general liability and worker's compensation insurance, and technicians must be certified. This is an E-Rate project for Funding Year 2026. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Dec. 17, 2025, with final submissions due Jan. 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Proposal with signed original
- Appendix E Pricing Sheet
- Draft copies of vendor documents
- Three references
- Vendor Summary
- Proof of insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Appendix C
- Appendix D
- Appendix E
REQUIRED STAFFING
Certified technicians
- Submit to
- 13737 Industrial Road, Omaha, NE 68137
- Scope location
- Omaha, NE
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Millard Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 26, 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: 13737 Industrial Road, Omaha, NE 68137. For questions, contact Joe Kuehl.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Millard Public Schools in NE, 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 Joe Kuehl. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Certified technicians. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal with signed original, Appendix E Pricing Sheet, Draft copies of vendor documents, Three references, Vendor Summary, Proof of insurance. 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: "Total Price of solution (40 points), Previous relationship with manufacturer (25 points), Previous relationship with vendor (25 points), Meets all requirements of the RFP (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Millard Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Millard Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Millard Public Schools 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: Appendix C, Appendix D, Appendix E. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Millard Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Omaha, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.