CDOD_BDHS_470_C2_2026

BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL seeks bids for the furnishing, installation, and configuration of network electronics and associated modules, accessories, and licensing. BIDS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 1, 2025 AT 5PM CENTRAL TIME. Inquiries and bids must be emailed to berbe@bdcs.org. BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL reserves the right to discard bids received after the deadline, and/or bids not provided as instructed below. Faxed, mailed, or hand delivered bids will not be accepted.
** ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT NOTE ** All specific makes and models listed below are used for the convenience of identifying accessory options, features, and functionalities. BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL will accept and evaluate bids for all functionally-equivalent, compatible items and services. Additionally, vendor MUST include the manufacturer's SKU for any hardware, software, or licensing included in bids.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------ SCOPE 1: Firewall monitoring, management, and operation (MIBS)
BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL seeks bids for the monitoring, management, and operation of the core school firewall, a single Sophos XG3300. Bidders must provide a monthly cost for these services. BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL will accept bids for 12, 24, and 36 month term commitments, and requests that all term lengths include an option for two voluntary extensions of 12 months each.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------ SCOPE 2: Procurement of Licensing for Network Monitoring Software (MIBS)
BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL carries out its own internal network monitoring and seeks bids for a compatible network and device monitoring software for internal use. The software must have capacities to monitor a broad array of network devices and device attributes, such as those found in Paessler's PRTG Network Monitor. However, BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL will consider bids for any functionally-equivalent software. BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL will accept bids for 12, 24, and 36 month licensing term commitments, if relevant. Vendor must provider manufacturer SKU in bid for any software and/or licensing.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------ SCOPE 3: Network Basic Maintenance
BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL seeks bids for 20 hours of services per year to support the repair and functionality of eligible network electronics, to be used as needed in the course of the funding year at BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL's request. Vendor must possess expertise in supporting Meraki, Sophos, Cisco, and other common brands of eligible network electronics. BISHOP DUNNE HIGH SCHOOL will accept bids for 12, 24, and 36 month term commitments, and requests that all term lengths include an option for two voluntary extensions of 12 months each.
Requested services (4 line items): - Category 2 — Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections — Firewall Service And Components - Category 2 — Managed Internal Broadband Services — Existing Equipment - Category 2 — Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections — Switches - Category 2 — Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections — Wireless Access Points
Reference documents (Form 470 / RFP): https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/260003795/86249/20508779-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_260003795_CERTIFIED.pdf