Spencer-Owen Community Schools - Network Cable Installation at McCormicks Creek Elementary - RFP 270002368
Spencer-Owen Community SchoolsSchool · Spencer, IN- Due
- Jan 13, 2027
- 71 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Norm Warner
- (812) 829-2233
The 30-second brief
Spencer-Owen Community Schools seeks proposals for structured cabling, internal connections, and basic maintenance at McCormick's Creek Elementary School, located at 1601 W. Flatwoods Rd., Spencer, IN (BEN 207920). The project includes supplying and installing approximately 120,000 feet of Category 6E cable runs, patch panels, connectors, and mounting hardware for approximately 400 new cable runs to support the building's network infrastructure and 1 Gbps minimum connection. This E-Rate Category 2 project (Form 470 #270002368) requires time and materials pricing with line-item detail, per-site and per-run pricing, and compliance with FCC E-Rate rules and USAC guidelines. Sealed bids must be mailed to the Central Office by January 13, 2027, at 2:00 PM Eastern. A voluntary site visit is scheduled for November 25, 2026, with attendance and building drawing requests due by November 24, 2026.
Category 6E cable runs, Vendor-supplied patch panels, Internal connections, Antennas, Connectors, And related components
Cost of eligible goods and services, technical details, pricing and terms, experience, references, adherence to response format
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Summary
Spencer-Owen Community Schools seeks proposals for structured cabling, internal connections, and basic maintenance at McCormick's Creek Elementary School, located at 1601 W. Flatwoods Rd., Spencer, IN (BEN 207920).
The project includes supplying and installing approximately 120,000 feet of Category 6E cable runs, patch panels, connectors, and mounting hardware for approximately 400 new cable runs to support the building's network infrastructure and 1 Gbps minimum connection. This E-Rate Category 2 project (Form 470 #270002368) requires time and materials pricing with line-item detail, per-site and per-run pricing, and compliance with FCC E-Rate rules and USAC guidelines. Sealed bids must be mailed to the Central Office by January 13, 2027, at 2:00 PM Eastern. A voluntary site visit is scheduled for November 25, 2026, with attendance and building drawing requests due by November 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of eligible goods and services
- Technical details
- Pricing and terms
- Experience
- References
- Adherence to response format
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Category 6E cable runs
- Vendor-supplied patch panels
- Internal connections
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related components
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Per-site and per-run pricing
- Two reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- Ready-to-execute contract
- Submit to
- Central Office, 205 E. Hillside Avenue, Spencer, IN 46460
- Scope location
- Spencer, IN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Spencer-Owen Community Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 13, 2027. 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: Central Office, 205 E. Hillside Avenue, Spencer, IN 46460. For questions, contact Norm Warner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Spencer-Owen Community Schools in IN, 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 Norm Warner at (812) 829-2233. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 6E cable runs, Vendor-supplied patch panels, Internal connections, Antennas, Connectors, And related components. 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 eligible goods and services, technical details, pricing and terms, experience, references, adherence to response format" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 13, 2027, 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: Per-site and per-run pricing, two reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, ready-to-execute contract. Review the full document from Spencer-Owen Community Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Spencer, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.