South Pike County School District - FCC Form 470 E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Internal Connections and MIBS - 270001395
South Pike County School DistrictSchool · Murfreesboro, AR- Due
- Nov 27, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chris Webber
- (918) 445-0048
The 30-second brief
South Pike County School District is seeking E-rate bids for Category Two Internal Connections and Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for Funding Year 2027 under FCC Form 470 application number 270001395. The project involves upgrading the aging wireless network system across district facilities using HPE Aruba or equivalent equipment, including switches with 1, 3, or 5-year licensing and wireless access points. Required items include 6 switches (48 port, 24 port, 12 port variants) and 90 wireless access points, along with managed internal broadband services for existing equipment. All equipment must be compatible with existing Aruba Central Cloud Management, and mandatory site visits are required. Bids are due by November 27, 2026, with questions due by October 23, 2026.
Category 2: Internal Connections, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Qty 6 Each, Aruba or equivalent; Category 2: Internal Connections, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Qty 90 Each, Aruba or equivalent; Category 2: Managed Internal Broadband Services, Existing Equipment
Price is the primary factor
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Summary
South Pike County School District is seeking E-rate bids for Category Two Internal Connections and Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for Funding Year 2027 under FCC Form 470 application number 270001395.
The project involves upgrading the aging wireless network system across district facilities using HPE Aruba or equivalent equipment, including switches with 1, 3, or 5-year licensing and wireless access points. Required items include 6 switches (48 port, 24 port, 12 port variants) and 90 wireless access points, along with managed internal broadband services for existing equipment. All equipment must be compatible with existing Aruba Central Cloud Management, and mandatory site visits are required. Bids are due by November 27, 2026, with questions due by October 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price is the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Category 2: Internal Connections, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Qty 6 Each, Aruba or equivalent
- Category 2: Internal Connections, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Qty 90 Each, Aruba or equivalent
- Category 2: Managed Internal Broadband Services, Existing Equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- C2 Cover Page
- Quote or bill of materials
- Documentation about compatibility requirements
- Submit to
- https://www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb
- Scope location
- MURFREESBORO, AR
- Reported agency
- SOUTH PIKE COUNTY
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from South Pike County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 27, 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: https://www.crwconsulting.com/ifcb. For questions, contact Chris Webber.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including South Pike County School District in AR, 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 Chris Webber at (918) 445-0048. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 2: Internal Connections, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Qty 6 Each, Aruba or equivalent; Category 2: Internal Connections, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Qty 90 Each, Aruba or equivalent; Category 2: Managed Internal Broadband Services, Existing E. 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 South Pike County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from South Pike County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, South Pike County 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 27, 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: C2 Cover Page, quote or bill of materials, documentation about compatibility requirements. Review the full document from South Pike County 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: MURFREESBORO, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.