White Pigeon Township Library E-Rate Technology Services RFP - White Pigeon TL 2027 470
Town of White PigeonCity · White Pigeon, MI- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Perri Saunders
- (269) 483-7409
The 30-second brief
White Pigeon Township Library seeks proposals for E-rate funding year 2027 technology services including Category 1 Internet Access for Bookmobile with a minimum of 2 hotspots, and Category 2 Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance for wireless controllers, 16-port POE switches, and firewall equipment. Hardware specifications include Ubiquiti UDM-SE wireless controllers, Ubiquiti 16-port POE switches, and WatchGuard WGT45413 firewalls or equivalents, along with installation, configuration, and maintenance. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, and must be submitted via email marked E-rate bid to [email protected] and [email protected]. Bidders must have an E-rate SPIN, active SAM.gov registration, and Form 473 on file. Evaluation factors include prices/charges, prior experience, understanding of needs, personnel qualifications, completeness of response, and capability to complete the installation within the required timeframe.
Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service (qty 2 Lines), Wireless Controllers and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each), Basic Maintenance of Wireless Controllers (qty 1 Each), Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each), Basic Maintenance of Switches (qty 1 Each), Firewall Service, Components, And Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each), Basic Maintenance of Firewall Service and Components (qty 1 Each)
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
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Summary
White Pigeon Township Library seeks proposals for E-rate funding year 2027 technology services including Category 1 Internet Access for Bookmobile with a minimum of 2 hotspots, and Category 2 Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance for wireless controllers, 16-port POE switches, and firewall equipment.
Hardware specifications include Ubiquiti UDM-SE wireless controllers, Ubiquiti 16-port POE switches, and WatchGuard WGT45413 firewalls or equivalents, along with installation, configuration, and maintenance. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, and must be submitted via email marked E-rate bid to [email protected] and [email protected]. Bidders must have an E-rate SPIN, active SAM.gov registration, and Form 473 on file. Evaluation factors include prices/charges, prior experience, understanding of needs, personnel qualifications, completeness of response, and capability to complete the installation within the required timeframe.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service (qty 2 Lines)
- Wireless Controllers and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each)
- Basic Maintenance of Wireless Controllers (qty 1 Each)
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each)
- Basic Maintenance of Switches (qty 1 Each)
- Firewall Service
- Components
- Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each)
- Basic Maintenance of Firewall Service and Components (qty 1 Each)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001934/131389/22741000-WhitePigeonTL27.pdf
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Scope location
- White Pigeon, MI
- Reported agency
- White Pigeon Township Library
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of White Pigeon?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 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] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Perri Saunders.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of White Pigeon in MI, 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 Perri Saunders at (269) 483-7409. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service (qty 2 Lines), Wireless Controllers and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each), Basic Maintenance of Wireless Controllers (qty 1 Each), Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses (qty 1 Each), Basic Maintenance of Switches (qty 1 Each), Firewall Service, C. 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: "Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of White Pigeon?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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/Form470/270001934/131389/22741000-WhitePigeonTL27.pdf. Review the full document from Town of White Pigeon for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: White Pigeon, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.