Saint Francis USD 297 Internal Connections and Switches RFP 2027 - Form 470 #270002818
St. Francis Community Schools Unified School DistrSchool · St Francis, KS- Due
- Nov 26, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Traci Taylor
- (620) 675-8804
The 30-second brief
Saint Francis USD 297 seeks E-Rate Category 2 internal connections and basic maintenance of internal connections, specifically requesting quantity 3 Ruckus ICX8200-48ZP2 switches with 3yr ICX8200-PREM-LIC or equivalents. This procurement falls under FCC Form 470 application number 270002818 for funding year 2027 in Saint Francis, KS. Proposals must include detailed, line-item pricing compatible with E-Rate Item 21 requirements, separating eligible and ineligible costs, and must be submitted via email to [email protected] by November 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Evaluation will prioritize the cost of E-Rate eligible services as the primary factor, alongside technical merit, vendor references, prior experience, and location.
Quantity 3 - Ruckus ICX8200-48ZP2 switches with 3yr ICX8200-PREM-LIC or equivalents
Cost of E-Rate eligible services, technical merit, vendor references, prior experience with vendors, location of vendor in relation to providing support, quality of proposal
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Summary
Saint Francis USD 297 seeks E-Rate Category 2 internal connections and basic maintenance of internal connections, specifically requesting quantity 3 Ruckus ICX8200-48ZP2 switches with 3yr ICX8200-PREM-LIC or equivalents.
This procurement falls under FCC Form 470 application number 270002818 for funding year 2027 in Saint Francis, KS. Proposals must include detailed, line-item pricing compatible with E-Rate Item 21 requirements, separating eligible and ineligible costs, and must be submitted via email to [email protected] by November 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Evaluation will prioritize the cost of E-Rate eligible services as the primary factor, alongside technical merit, vendor references, prior experience, and location.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of E-Rate eligible services
- Technical merit
- Vendor references
- Prior experience with vendors
- Location of vendor in relation to providing support
- Quality of proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Quantity 3 - Ruckus ICX8200-48ZP2 switches with 3yr ICX8200-PREM-LIC or equivalents
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002818/138142/22837201-FY27%20St%20Francis%20Cat%202%20Form%20470%20RFP%20ACD.pdf
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Saint Francis, KS
- Reported agency
- Saint Francis USD 297
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from St. Francis Community Schools Unified School Distr?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Traci Taylor.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including St. Francis Community Schools Unified School Distr in KS, 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 Traci Taylor at (620) 675-8804. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quantity 3 - Ruckus ICX8200-48ZP2 switches with 3yr ICX8200-PREM-LIC or equivalents. 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: "Cost of E-Rate eligible services, technical merit, vendor references, prior experience with vendors, location of vendor in relation to providing support, quality of proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Saint Francis, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.