Springfield School District 56 E-Rate FY2027 Network Equipment and Cabling - FCC Form 470 270002510 (2027)
Springfield School DistrictSchool · Springfield, VT- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mark Schmitt
- (802) 885-7921
The 30-second brief
Springfield School District 56 is seeking pricing solutions and proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 under FCC Form 470 #270002510. The scope includes internal connections and basic maintenance of internal connections across district facilities including Union Street Elementary School, Riverside Middle School, Springfield High School, and Elm Hill School in Springfield, VT. Requested equipment and services comprise 1,000 feet of Cat6A cabling, 150 Extreme Networks AP 400 and 500 Series wireless access points or equivalent, 14 Extreme Networks Switch Engine 5000 series wireless controllers or equivalent, and 20 American Power Conversion UPS battery backups, along with necessary software, licenses, and licensing coverage for wireless, network, and endpoint management with a service desk option. Bids must be submitted via email to the designated technical contact by December 7, 2026, referencing the applicant name and Form 470 number.
1, 000 Feet Cat6A Cabling; 150 Extreme Networks AP 400 and 500 Series Wireless Access Points or equivalent; 150 Basic Maintenance for Wireless Access Points; 14 Extreme Networks Switch Engine 5000 Series Wireless Controllers or equivalent; 14 Basic Maintenance for Wireless Controllers; 20 American Power Conversion UPS Battery Backups or equivalent; 20 Basic Maintenance for UPS Battery Backups; Licensing coverage for Wireless, Network and Endpoint management with service desk option
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Summary
Springfield School District 56 is seeking pricing solutions and proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 under FCC Form 470 #270002510.
The scope includes internal connections and basic maintenance of internal connections across district facilities including Union Street Elementary School, Riverside Middle School, Springfield High School, and Elm Hill School in Springfield, VT. Requested equipment and services comprise 1,000 feet of Cat6A cabling, 150 Extreme Networks AP 400 and 500 Series wireless access points or equivalent, 14 Extreme Networks Switch Engine 5000 series wireless controllers or equivalent, and 20 American Power Conversion UPS battery backups, along with necessary software, licenses, and licensing coverage for wireless, network, and endpoint management with a service desk option. Bids must be submitted via email to the designated technical contact by December 7, 2026, referencing the applicant name and Form 470 number.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- 1, 000 Feet Cat6A Cabling
- 150 Extreme Networks AP 400 and 500 Series Wireless Access Points or equivalent
- 150 Basic Maintenance for Wireless Access Points
- 14 Extreme Networks Switch Engine 5000 Series Wireless Controllers or equivalent
- 14 Basic Maintenance for Wireless Controllers
- 20 American Power Conversion UPS Battery Backups or equivalent
- 20 Basic Maintenance for UPS Battery Backups
- Licensing coverage for Wireless, Network and Endpoint management with service desk option
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Springfield, VT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Springfield School District?
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. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Mark Schmitt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Springfield School District in VT, 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 Mark Schmitt at (802) 885-7921. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1, 000 Feet Cat6A Cabling; 150 Extreme Networks AP 400 and 500 Series Wireless Access Points or equivalent; 150 Basic Maintenance for Wireless Access Points; 14 Extreme Networks Switch Engine 5000 Series Wireless Controllers or equivalent; 14 Basic Maintenance for Wireless Controllers; 20 American P. 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: E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN). Review the full document from Springfield 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: Springfield, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
