Urbandale Community School District RFP E-Rate 2026 Category 2
Urbandale Community School DistrictSchool · Urbandale, IA- Due
- Mar 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Josh Whitver
The 30-second brief
Urbandale Community School District is seeking proposals for Wi-Fi access points for Olmsted Elementary as part of the E-Rate 2026 Category 2 program. This is an upgrade to existing infrastructure.
Wi-Fi Access Points, Installation, Configuration, Warranty
Price of E-Rate Eligible Products and Services, Price of Non-E-Rate Eligible Products and Services, Compatibility with current infrastructure and management software, Prior Experience with the Vendor and/or References, Prior Experience with the Manufacturer, Service and Emergency Response Capabilities, Local or In-State Vendor
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Summary
Urbandale Community School District is seeking proposals for Wi-Fi access points for Olmsted Elementary as part of the E-Rate 2026 Category 2 program. This is an upgrade to existing infrastructure.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Price of E-Rate Eligible Products and Services
- Price of Non-E-Rate Eligible Products and Services
- Compatibility with current infrastructure and management software
- Prior Experience with the Vendor and/or References
- Prior Experience with the Manufacturer
- Service and Emergency Response Capabilities
- Local or In-State Vendor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Wi-Fi Access Points
- Installation
- Configuration
- Warranty
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover Letter
- Statement Of Qualifications
- Proof of business for last 5 years
- Proof of trained technicians
- Summary of Proposal
- References
- Detailed warranty description
- Formal Vendor response/Bid Form
- Signature Page
- Additional Vendor Addendum (if applicable)
- Submit to
- 7111 Aurora Ave, Urbandale, Iowa 50322
- Scope location
- Urbandale, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Urbandale Community School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 13, 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: 7111 Aurora Ave, Urbandale, Iowa 50322. For questions, contact Josh Whitver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Urbandale Community School District in IA, 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 Josh Whitver. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wi-Fi Access Points, Installation, Configuration, Warranty. 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 of E-Rate Eligible Products and Services, Price of Non-E-Rate Eligible Products and Services, Compatibility with current infrastructure and management software, Prior Experience with the Vendor..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Urbandale Community School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Urbandale Community School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Urbandale Community School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Cover Letter, Statement Of Qualifications, Proof of business for last 5 years, Proof of trained technicians, Summary of Proposal, References, Detailed warranty description, Formal Vendor response/Bid. Review the full document from Urbandale Community 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: Urbandale, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
