Stone County School District - E-Rate Category 2 Project Networking Equipment - 2027
Stone County School DistrictSchool · Wiggins, MS- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Brandon Wilson
- (228) 218-7385
The 30-second brief
Stone County School District is seeking proposals for E-rate eligible Category 2 network infrastructure upgrades across district facilities, including structured Category 6/6a cabling, network switches, wireless access points, wireless controllers, UPS battery backups, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC), and Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS). The project involves hardware procurement, installation, and configuration across eight district locations in Wiggins, Mississippi. A mandatory vendor meeting is scheduled for November 5th, 2026, at 12:00 PM at 214 N. Critz St., Wiggins, MS 39577. Bids are due by November 19th, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Evaluation will be based primarily on price, along with technical specifications, staff certifications, proximity of support, and vendor experience.
Single AP Drop, Interior Fiber Runs, Exterior Fiber Runs, 24 Port Switch (ICX8200-24ZP), 48 Port Switch (ICX8200-48ZP2-E), 10Gbps Optics (8-pack) (10G-SFPP-LR-S8), 10Gbps Optics (10G-SFPP-LR-S), Stacking Cables (E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-00501, E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301), Wireless Access Points (9U1-R670-US00, 9U1-R770-US00), Fiber Patch Cable 1M, Cat 6 Patch Cables 1ft, Rack Mount UPS, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, Managed Internal Broadband Services
E-Rate Eligible Cost / Price, Technical Specifications & Solution Architecture, Staff Technical Certifications & Authorized Reseller Status, Proximity of Support Engineers & Response Time to Wiggins MS, Vendor Experience & Customer References, Turnkey Solution & Ease of Management
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Summary
Stone County School District is seeking proposals for E-rate eligible Category 2 network infrastructure upgrades across district facilities, including structured Category 6/6a cabling, network switches, wireless access points, wireless controllers, UPS battery backups, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC), and Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS).
The project involves hardware procurement, installation, and configuration across eight district locations in Wiggins, Mississippi. A mandatory vendor meeting is scheduled for November 5th, 2026, at 12:00 PM at 214 N. Critz St., Wiggins, MS 39577. Bids are due by November 19th, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Evaluation will be based primarily on price, along with technical specifications, staff certifications, proximity of support, and vendor experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- E-Rate Eligible Cost / Price
- Technical Specifications & Solution Architecture
- Staff Technical Certifications & Authorized Reseller Status
- Proximity of Support Engineers & Response Time to Wiggins MS
- Vendor Experience & Customer References
- Turnkey Solution & Ease of Management
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Single AP Drop
- Interior Fiber Runs
- Exterior Fiber Runs
- 24 Port Switch (ICX8200-24ZP)
- 48 Port Switch (ICX8200-48ZP2-E)
- 10Gbps Optics (8-pack) (10G-SFPP-LR-S8)
- 10Gbps Optics (10G-SFPP-LR-S)
- Stacking Cables (E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-00501, E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301)
- Wireless Access Points (9U1-R670-US00, 9U1-R770-US00)
- Fiber Patch Cable 1M
- Cat 6 Patch Cables 1ft
- Rack Mount UPS
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
- Managed Internal Broadband Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- 2027 E-Rate Bid Worksheet
- Vendor quote sheets
- Letter of Intent to Bid
- Site Visit Information Form
- Current W-9 form
- Proof of active SAM.gov registration
- Certificate of Insurance (COI)
- Proof of MS Contractor's Certificate of Responsibility
- Executed SCSD Contract Routing & Approval Cover Form
- Submit to
- www.centralbidding.com
- Scope location
- Wiggins, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Stone County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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: www.centralbidding.com. For questions, contact Brandon Wilson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Stone County School District in MS, 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 Brandon Wilson at (228) 218-7385. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Single AP Drop, Interior Fiber Runs, Exterior Fiber Runs, 24 Port Switch (ICX8200-24ZP), 48 Port Switch (ICX8200-48ZP2-E), 10Gbps Optics (8-pack) (10G-SFPP-LR-S8), 10Gbps Optics (10G-SFPP-LR-S), Stacking Cables (E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-00501, E25G-SFP28-TWX-P-0301), Wireless Access Points (9U1-R670-US00, 9. 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: "E-Rate Eligible Cost / Price, Technical Specifications & Solution Architecture, Staff Technical Certifications & Authorized Reseller Status, Proximity of Support Engineers & Response Time to Wiggins M..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Stone County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Stone County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Stone County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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: 2027 E-Rate Bid Worksheet, Vendor quote sheets, Letter of Intent to Bid, Site Visit Information Form, Current W-9 form, Proof of active SAM.gov registration, Certificate of Insurance (COI), Proof of M. Review the full document from Stone 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: Wiggins, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.