White River Valley School Corp - FY2027 C2 UPS WRV RFP - Form 470 270002284
White River Valley School DistrictSchool · Switz City, IN- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shawn Brown
- (812) 659-1424
The 30-second brief
White River Valley School Corporation is seeking proposals for Category 2 E-Rate funding for FY2027 to supply and install network equipment, specifically uninterruptable power supply (UPS) battery back-ups, antennas, connectors, and related components, racks, software, licenses, cables, and basic maintenance. Quantities include 7 units of APC SMTL1500RM3UCNC or equivalent smart-UPS 1500VA rack-mountable UPS, along with managed internal broadband services for existing equipment. Proposals must include line-item pricing, technical descriptions for equivalent products, company certifications, two reference sites, an E-Rate SPIN number, and a ready-to-execute or sample contract. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST, with technical questions due by November 3, 2026. Bids must be emailed to [email protected] referencing FCC Form 470 270002284.
7 Each APC SMTL1500RM3UCNC APC smart-ups 1500VA Rack-mountable ups; Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components; Racks; Managed Internal Broadband Services
Cost of eligible goods and services (price), technical details, experience, references, adherence to response format
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Summary
White River Valley School Corporation is seeking proposals for Category 2 E-Rate funding for FY2027 to supply and install network equipment, specifically uninterruptable power supply (UPS) battery back-ups, antennas, connectors, and related components, racks, software, licenses, cables, and basic maintenance.
Quantities include 7 units of APC SMTL1500RM3UCNC or equivalent smart-UPS 1500VA rack-mountable UPS, along with managed internal broadband services for existing equipment. Proposals must include line-item pricing, technical descriptions for equivalent products, company certifications, two reference sites, an E-Rate SPIN number, and a ready-to-execute or sample contract. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST, with technical questions due by November 3, 2026. Bids must be emailed to [email protected] referencing FCC Form 470 270002284.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost of eligible goods and services (price)
- Technical details
- Experience
- References
- Adherence to response format
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 7 Each APC SMTL1500RM3UCNC APC smart-ups 1500VA Rack-mountable ups
- Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components
- Racks
- Managed Internal Broadband Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Line-item pricing
- Technical description for equivalent products
- Company certifications
- Two reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- Ready-to-execute or sample contract
REQUIRED STAFFING
Technology Director
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Switz City, IN
- Reported agency
- White River Valley School Corp
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from White River Valley School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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 Shawn Brown.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including White River Valley School District in IN, 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 Shawn Brown at (812) 659-1424. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Technology Director. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 7 Each APC SMTL1500RM3UCNC APC smart-ups 1500VA Rack-mountable ups; Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components; Racks; Managed Internal Broadband Services. 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: "Cost of eligible goods and services (price), technical details, experience, references, adherence to response format" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from White River Valley School District?
All active and historical solicitations from White River Valley School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, White River Valley 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 December 3, 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: Line-item pricing, technical description for equivalent products, company certifications, two reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, ready-to-execute or sample contract. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from White River Valley 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: Switz City, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.