Newaygo County RESA - E-Rate Category 2 Network Infrastructure and Cabling RFP 2027
Newaygo County ResaSchool · Fremont, MI- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Joel Phillips
- (231) 924-8876
The 30-second brief
Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA) is requesting proposals for E-Rate Category 2 network infrastructure, switches, wireless access points, cabling, and maintenance services for funding year 2027. The project includes approximately 17 Ubiquiti U7-Pro-XG wireless access points, 10 Ubiquiti SW-Pro-XG-24-PoE switches, 2 Aruba 6200F-48G PoE switches, 10 DAC 1M, and approximately 77 end-to-end Cat6 cable drops supporting 10Gbps PoE++ Wi-Fi with 1 ft Cat6a patch cables and installation across district facilities. Bidders must have a valid E-Rate SPIN and active SAM.gov registration. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, and will be evaluated based on prices and charges, prior experience, understanding of needs, personnel qualifications, completeness of response, and capability to complete installation within the required timeframe.
Approximately 17 Ubiquiti U7-Pro-XG or equivalent wireless access points, Maintenance for wireless access points, Approximately 10 Ubiquiti SW-Pro-XG-24-PoE or equivalent switches, Approximately 2 Aruba 6200F-48G PoE or equivalent switches, Approximately 10 DAC 1M or equivalent, Approximately 77 End to end Cat6 supporting 10Gbps PoE++ WIFI with 1 ft Cat6a patch cables and installation
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
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Summary
Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA) is requesting proposals for E-Rate Category 2 network infrastructure, switches, wireless access points, cabling, and maintenance services for funding year 2027.
The project includes approximately 17 Ubiquiti U7-Pro-XG wireless access points, 10 Ubiquiti SW-Pro-XG-24-PoE switches, 2 Aruba 6200F-48G PoE switches, 10 DAC 1M, and approximately 77 end-to-end Cat6 cable drops supporting 10Gbps PoE++ Wi-Fi with 1 ft Cat6a patch cables and installation across district facilities. Bidders must have a valid E-Rate SPIN and active SAM.gov registration. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, and will be evaluated based on prices and charges, prior experience, understanding of needs, personnel qualifications, completeness of response, and capability to complete installation within the required timeframe.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Approximately 17 Ubiquiti U7-Pro-XG or equivalent wireless access points, Maintenance for wireless access points, Approximately 10 Ubiquiti SW-Pro-XG-24-PoE or equivalent switches, Approximately 2 Aruba 6200F-48G PoE or equivalent switches, Approximately 10 DAC 1M or equivalent, Approximately 77 End to end Cat6 supporting 10Gbps PoE++ WIFI with 1 ft Cat6a patch cables and installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
2027 Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Fremont, MI
- Reported agency
- Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Newaygo County Resa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Joel Phillips.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Newaygo County Resa in MI, 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 Joel Phillips at (231) 924-8876. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Approximately 17 Ubiquiti U7-Pro-XG or equivalent wireless access points, Maintenance for wireless access points, Approximately 10 Ubiquiti SW-Pro-XG-24-PoE or equivalent switches, Approximately 2 Aruba 6200F-48G PoE or equivalent switches, Approximately 10 DAC 1M or equivalent, Approximately 77 End. 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: "Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Newaygo County Resa?
All active and historical solicitations from Newaygo County Resa are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Newaygo County Resa 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: 2027 Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473. Review the full document from Newaygo County Resa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fremont, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.