Sparta School District 140 - E-Rate FY2027 Internal Connections RFP - Form 470 #270003114
Sparta CUSD 140School · Sparta, IL- Due
- Nov 28, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Oct 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Niki Wisniewski
- (618) 318-0767
The 30-second brief
Sparta School District 140 is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 internal connections and network equipment. The scope includes switches and necessary software and licenses, uninterruptable power supply (UPS) battery backups, firewall service and components, and wireless access points and necessary software and licenses. Vendors must submit bids referencing Form 470 number 270003114 by email to the technical contact. Equivalent or comparable brands will be considered, and vendors must have a valid SPIN.
4 Each - Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses; 6 Each - Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses; 1 Each - Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses; 125 Each - Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
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Summary
Sparta School District 140 is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 internal connections and network equipment.
The scope includes switches and necessary software and licenses, uninterruptable power supply (UPS) battery backups, firewall service and components, and wireless access points and necessary software and licenses. Vendors must submit bids referencing Form 470 number 270003114 by email to the technical contact. Equivalent or comparable brands will be considered, and vendors must have a valid SPIN.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 4 Each - Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- 6 Each - Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses
- 1 Each - Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses
- 125 Each - Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
SPIN
- Submit to
- [email protected] / [email protected]
- Scope location
- Sparta, IL
- Reported agency
- Sparta School District 140
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sparta CUSD 140?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 28, 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] / [email protected]. For questions, contact Niki Wisniewski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sparta CUSD 140 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 Niki Wisniewski at (618) 318-0767. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 4 Each - Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses; 6 Each - Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses; 1 Each - Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses; 125 Each - Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses. 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 Sparta CUSD 140?
All active and historical solicitations from Sparta CUSD 140 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Sparta CUSD 140 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 28, 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: SPIN. Review the full document from Sparta CUSD 140 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sparta, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.