New Milford Board of Education - E-Rate FCC Form 470 Internal Connections and Managed Broadband - 270001732
New Milford Public School DistrictSchool · New Milford, NJ- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ron Watson
- (201) 261-2952 ext 1220
The 30-second brief
The New Milford Board of Education is seeking proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 covering Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, and Managed Internal Broadband Services. The project requires networking equipment including firewall services, network switches, and wireless access points from Meraki or equivalent, along with necessary software, licenses, and basic maintenance. Named facilities include David E. Owens Middle School, Berkley Elementary School, New Milford High School, and Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School located in New Milford, New Jersey. Bids must be submitted by email to the designated Technical Contact referencing FCC Form 470 #270001732 by November 23, 2026. All proposals must comply with E-Rate Program rules, including Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) requirements and separate itemization of ineligible components.
Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses; Firewall Service and Components; Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses; Switches; Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses; Wireless Access Points; Managed Internal Broadband Services
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Summary
The New Milford Board of Education is seeking proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 covering Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, and Managed Internal Broadband Services.
The project requires networking equipment including firewall services, network switches, and wireless access points from Meraki or equivalent, along with necessary software, licenses, and basic maintenance. Named facilities include David E. Owens Middle School, Berkley Elementary School, New Milford High School, and Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School located in New Milford, New Jersey. Bids must be submitted by email to the designated Technical Contact referencing FCC Form 470 #270001732 by November 23, 2026. All proposals must comply with E-Rate Program rules, including Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) requirements and separate itemization of ineligible components.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses
- Firewall Service and Components
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Switches
- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Wireless Access Points
- Managed Internal Broadband Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001732/122928/22749178-2027_New%20Milford_BOM.xlsx
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- New Milford, NJ
- Reported agency
- New Milford Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New Milford Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 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 Ron Watson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New Milford Public School District in NJ, 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 Ron Watson at (201) 261-2952 ext 1220. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses; Firewall Service and Components; Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses; Switches; Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses; Wireless Access Points; Managed Internal Broadband Services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from New Milford Public School District?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 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/Form470/270001732/122928/22749178-2027_New%20Milford_BOM.xlsx. Review the full document from New Milford Public 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: New Milford, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.