Oakland Public School District - FY2027 E-Rate Network Infrastructure and Internet Access - Form 470 #270001102
Oakland Public School DistrictSchool · Oakland, NJ- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tiffany Bullion
- (315) 422-7608
The 30-second brief
Oakland Public School District in Bergen County, New Jersey, is soliciting competitive bids for E-Rate funding year 2027 services, equipment, and maintenance across district facilities including Valley Middle School, Manito Elementary School, Heights Elementary School, Dogwood Hill Elementary School, and T.O.P.S. Early Childhood Learning. The scope encompasses Category 1 internet access and data transmission service (10 Mbps to 25 Gbps), along with Category 2 internal connections, basic maintenance, and managed internal broadband services. Required hardware and deliverables include wireless access points (Meraki MR36, MR44, MR28 or equivalent), network switches (Cisco C9200L-49PL-4X, C9300-48P, C1300X-48P-4X, C9200-48P-4X, C9200L-24P-4X or equivalent), Fortinet firewalls (FG601F), Cat 6 bulk cabling (2,000 feet), transceivers, and associated software, licenses, and yearly support. Bids must be submitted via email to the technical contact by November 23, 2026, referencing FCC Form 470 application number 270001102.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access (qty 5 Each); Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 130 Each); Wireless Access Points Maintenance (qty 130 Each); Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 12 Each); Switches Maintenance (qty 12 Each); Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each); Firewall Service and Components Maintenance (qty 1 Each); Cabling (qty 2000 Feet); Cabling Maintenance (qty 2000 Feet); Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (qty 4 Each); Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components Maintenance (qty 4 Each); Managed Internal Broadband Services Existing Equipment
Price is the primary factor
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Summary
Oakland Public School District in Bergen County, New Jersey, is soliciting competitive bids for E-Rate funding year 2027 services, equipment, and maintenance across district facilities including Valley Middle School, Manito Elementary School, Heights Elementary School, Dogwood Hill Elementary School, and T.O.P.S. Early Childhood Learning.
The scope encompasses Category 1 internet access and data transmission service (10 Mbps to 25 Gbps), along with Category 2 internal connections, basic maintenance, and managed internal broadband services. Required hardware and deliverables include wireless access points (Meraki MR36, MR44, MR28 or equivalent), network switches (Cisco C9200L-49PL-4X, C9300-48P, C1300X-48P-4X, C9200-48P-4X, C9200L-24P-4X or equivalent), Fortinet firewalls (FG601F), Cat 6 bulk cabling (2,000 feet), transceivers, and associated software, licenses, and yearly support. Bids must be submitted via email to the technical contact by November 23, 2026, referencing FCC Form 470 application number 270001102.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price is the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access (qty 5 Each)
- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 130 Each)
- Wireless Access Points Maintenance (qty 130 Each)
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 12 Each)
- Switches Maintenance (qty 12 Each)
- Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each)
- Firewall Service and Components Maintenance (qty 1 Each)
- Cabling (qty 2000 Feet)
- Cabling Maintenance (qty 2000 Feet)
- Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components (qty 4 Each)
- Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components Maintenance (qty 4 Each)
- Managed Internal Broadband Services Existing Equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bill of Materials (BOM) and MIBS existing equipment list
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Oakland, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Oakland 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 Tiffany Bullion.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Oakland 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 Bid 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 Tiffany Bullion at (315) 422-7608. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data Transmission and/or Internet Access (qty 5 Each); Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 130 Each); Wireless Access Points Maintenance (qty 130 Each); Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 12 Each); Switches Maintenance (qty 12 Each); Firewall Service, Compo. 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: "Price is the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Oakland Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Oakland Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Oakland Public School District 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 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 Bid?
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: Bill of Materials (BOM) and MIBS existing equipment list. Review the full document from Oakland 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: Oakland, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.