Vermilion Parish School District - VPSB CAT 2 FINAL FY 27 RFP 2027 - 270003066
Vermilion Parish School DistrictSchool · Abbeville, LA- Due
- Nov 27, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mandy McQuade
- (337) 898-5773
The 30-second brief
Vermilion Parish School District is seeking E-Rate Category 2 technology and networking services for Funding Year 2027 under Form 470 application number 270003066. The scope includes internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services across 25 eligible entities in Abbeville, LA. Required equipment and services feature antennas and connectors, 350,000 feet of cabling, Palo Alto firewalls, equipment racks, Aruba switches, American Power Conversion uninterruptable power supplies (UPS), and Aruba wireless access points. The submission deadline is 2026-11-27, requiring a competitive bidding availability period of at least 28 days. Price is the primary evaluation factor.
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Summary
Vermilion Parish School District is seeking E-Rate Category 2 technology and networking services for Funding Year 2027 under Form 470 application number 270003066.
The scope includes internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services across 25 eligible entities in Abbeville, LA. Required equipment and services feature antennas and connectors, 350,000 feet of cabling, Palo Alto firewalls, equipment racks, Aruba switches, American Power Conversion uninterruptable power supplies (UPS), and Aruba wireless access points. The submission deadline is 2026-11-27, requiring a competitive bidding availability period of at least 28 days. Price is the primary evaluation factor.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003066/139250/22851356-VPSB%20%20CAT%202%20FINAL%20FY%2027.pdf
- Submit to
- https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003066/139250/22851356-VPSB%20%20CAT%202%20FINAL%20FY%2027.pdf
- Scope location
- Abbeville, LA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vermilion Parish School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003066/139250/22851356-VPSB%20%20CAT%202%20FINAL%20FY%2027.pdf. For questions, contact Mandy McQuade.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vermilion Parish School District in LA, 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 Mandy McQuade at (337) 898-5773. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 Vermilion Parish School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Vermilion Parish School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Vermilion Parish School District 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 27, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003066/139250/22851356-VPSB%20%20CAT%202%20FINAL%20FY%2027.pdf. Review the full document from Vermilion Parish 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: Abbeville, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.