Richards School District R-5 - Internal Connections E-Rate Form 470 - 270003450 - 2027
Richards R-V School DistrictSchool · West Plains, MO- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Zach Cox
The 30-second brief
Richards School District R-5 is seeking E-Rate Category Two services for internal connections under FCC Form 470 Application Number 270003450 for Funding Year 2027. The project scope includes cabling runs, switches and necessary software and licenses, wireless access points and necessary software and licenses, and cabling drops, with specific quantities including 300 feet of cabling, 7 switches (Aruba or equivalent), 5 wireless access points (Aruba or equivalent), and 5 cabling items. All questions and bids must be submitted via the online IFCB portal at www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb by December 1, 2026. A voluntary site visit is scheduled for November 9-12, 2026, or November 17-18, 2026. Price is the primary evaluation factor, and bids are subject to E-rate rules and USAC compliance requirements.
Cabling Runs: 300 Feet; Switches: 7 Each; Wireless Access Points: 5 Each; Cabling Drops: 5 Items
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Summary
Richards School District R-5 is seeking E-Rate Category Two services for internal connections under FCC Form 470 Application Number 270003450 for Funding Year 2027.
The project scope includes cabling runs, switches and necessary software and licenses, wireless access points and necessary software and licenses, and cabling drops, with specific quantities including 300 feet of cabling, 7 switches (Aruba or equivalent), 5 wireless access points (Aruba or equivalent), and 5 cabling items. All questions and bids must be submitted via the online IFCB portal at www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb by December 1, 2026. A voluntary site visit is scheduled for November 9-12, 2026, or November 17-18, 2026. Price is the primary evaluation factor, and bids are subject to E-rate rules and USAC compliance requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Cabling Runs: 300 Feet
- Switches: 7 Each
- Wireless Access Points: 5 Each
- Cabling Drops: 5 Items
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Category Two Cover Page, Quote or Bill of Materials
- Submit to
- www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb
- Scope location
- West Plains, MO
- Reported agency
- Richards School District R-5
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Richards R-V School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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: www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb. For questions, contact Zach Cox.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Richards R-V School District in MO, 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 Zach Cox. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cabling Runs: 300 Feet; Switches: 7 Each; Wireless Access Points: 5 Each; Cabling Drops: 5 Items. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Richards R-V School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Richards R-V School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Richards R-V 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 December 1, 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: Category Two Cover Page, Quote or Bill of Materials. Review the full document from Richards R-V 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: West Plains, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.