Will Carleton Charter School Academy - Data Transmission, Internet Access and Internal Connections - 270001601
Will Carleton Charter School AcademySchool · Hillsdale, MI- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Paul Ezel
- (616) 785-8440
The 30-second brief
Will Carleton Charter School Academy is seeking competitive bids for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 services including Data Transmission and/or Internet Access (1-2 Gbps service), Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections. Requested items include Cisco Systems or equivalent network switches, wireless access points, antennas, connectors, and cabling. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. This procurement is conducted pursuant to FCC E-Rate program rules requiring a 28-day public bidding window before service provider selection.
Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Switches, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components, Cabling, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Wireless Access Points
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Summary
Will Carleton Charter School Academy is seeking competitive bids for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 services including Data Transmission and/or Internet Access (1-2 Gbps service), Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections.
Requested items include Cisco Systems or equivalent network switches, wireless access points, antennas, connectors, and cabling. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. This procurement is conducted pursuant to FCC E-Rate program rules requiring a 28-day public bidding window before service provider selection.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Switches
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related Components
- Cabling
- Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses
- Wireless Access Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001601/17003587/22705300-WillCarleton27.pdf
- Submit to
- https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001601/17003587/22705300-WillCarleton27.pdf
- Scope location
- Hillsdale, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Will Carleton Charter School Academy?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001601/17003587/22705300-WillCarleton27.pdf. For questions, contact Paul Ezel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Will Carleton Charter School Academy 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 Paul Ezel at (616) 785-8440. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses, Switches, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components, Cabling, Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses, Wireless Access Points. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Will Carleton Charter School Academy?
All active and historical solicitations from Will Carleton Charter School Academy are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Will Carleton Charter School Academy 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 4, 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/Form470/270001601/17003587/22705300-WillCarleton27.pdf. Review the full document from Will Carleton Charter School Academy for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hillsdale, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.