Skokie School District 73-1/2 - Meraki Licensing Renewals and Support - Form 470 270001518 (2027)
Skokie SD 73-5School · Skokie, IL- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Richard McDonald
- (847) 676-8202
The 30-second brief
Skokie School District 73-1/2 seeks proposals for Meraki licensing renewals and associated manufacturer support for existing equipment under E-Rate Form 470 application 270001518, Funding Year 2027. The scope includes internal connections and managed internal broadband services for wireless access points, switches, and firewalls across District facilities in Skokie, IL. Requested items comprise approximately 115 Meraki MR56 wireless access point enterprise license renewals, 8 MS425-16 switch enterprise license renewals, 22 MS390-48 switch enterprise license renewals, and 3 MX250 advanced security license renewals covering six physical devices in high-availability pairs, or equivalents. Vendors must provide separate itemized unit and extended pricing for 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year terms, identify E-Rate eligible and ineligible percentages, and review the attached Statement of Work and inventory. No new hardware is requested. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026.
+/- 115 Meraki MR Enterprise license renewals for existing MR56 wireless access points, Or equivalent; +/- 8 Cisco Meraki Enterprise license renewals for existing MS425-16 switches, Or equivalent; +/- 22 Cisco Meraki Enterprise license renewals for existing MS390-48 switches, Or equivalent; +/- 3 Cisco Meraki MX250 Advanced Security license renewals covering three active/passive high-availability pairs comprising six physical devices, Or equivalent
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Summary
Skokie School District 73-1/2 seeks proposals for Meraki licensing renewals and associated manufacturer support for existing equipment under E-Rate Form 470 application 270001518, Funding Year 2027.
The scope includes internal connections and managed internal broadband services for wireless access points, switches, and firewalls across District facilities in Skokie, IL. Requested items comprise approximately 115 Meraki MR56 wireless access point enterprise license renewals, 8 MS425-16 switch enterprise license renewals, 22 MS390-48 switch enterprise license renewals, and 3 MX250 advanced security license renewals covering six physical devices in high-availability pairs, or equivalents. Vendors must provide separate itemized unit and extended pricing for 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year terms, identify E-Rate eligible and ineligible percentages, and review the attached Statement of Work and inventory. No new hardware is requested. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- +/- 115 Meraki MR Enterprise license renewals for existing MR56 wireless access points, Or equivalent
- +/- 8 Cisco Meraki Enterprise license renewals for existing MS425-16 switches, Or equivalent
- +/- 22 Cisco Meraki Enterprise license renewals for existing MS390-48 switches, Or equivalent
- +/- 3 Cisco Meraki MX250 Advanced Security license renewals covering three active/passive high-availability pairs comprising six physical devices, Or equivalent
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001518/135322/22908963-Attachment%20A%20Cloud%20Network%20Licnesing%20Renewal.pdf https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001518/135322/22908965-Skokie_SD_73_1_2_Form_470_Statement_of_Work_FNAL.pdf
- Scope location
- Skokie, IL
- Reported agency
- Skokie School District 73-1/2
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Skokie SD 73-5?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 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. For questions, contact Richard McDonald.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Skokie SD 73-5 in IL, 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 Richard McDonald at (847) 676-8202. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: +/- 115 Meraki MR Enterprise license renewals for existing MR56 wireless access points, Or equivalent; +/- 8 Cisco Meraki Enterprise license renewals for existing MS425-16 switches, Or equivalent; +/- 22 Cisco Meraki Enterprise license renewals for existing MS390-48 switches, Or equivalent; +/- 3 Ci. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 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/Form470/270001518/135322/22908963-Attachment%20A%20Cloud%20Network%20Licnesing%20Renewal.pdf https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001518/135322/22908965-S. Review the full document from Skokie SD 73-5 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Skokie, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
