FY2026 C2 Equipment 470 MSD Steuben

There is no formal RFP for any of the services or equipment requested in this 470, but the following should allow a service provider to prepare a more directed bid. YOU MUST REFER TO THE ASSOCIATED RFP document in EPC for complete details. MIBS is included because USAC has recommended including all three categories on a 470.
Vendors may submit alternative equipment as long as the equipment is an equivalent make and model or serves a similar functionality. Proposal MUST separate E-Rate eligible and E-Rate ineligible products/services by line item.
*700+/- Antennas, Connectors and Related Components - Antennas, Connectors, Licenses, Power Supply, Power Cords, Modules, Mounts, and Related Components that enable the functionality of the equipment. Note for APs: Includes connectors, licenses, power supply, power cords and related components that enable the functionality of the equipment. Proposal MUST separate E-Rate eligible and E-Rate ineligible products/services by line item. The vendor is responsible to clearly indicate all ineligible costs by line item for all services and equipment associated with this 470. *234+/- Cisco Wireless Access Points 9172I *234+/- 7 yr Licensing for Cisco Wireless Access Points 9172I E2N-AIRWLAN-G-P *20+/- Cisco Wireless Access Points MR86 *20+/- 7 yr Licensing for Cisco Wireless Access Points MR86 LIC-ENT-7YR *20+/- Cisco Wireless Access Points 9176I *20+/- 7 yr Licensing for Cisco Wireless Access Points 9176I E2N-AIRWLAN-G-P 1 or more Installation, Activation & Configuration of APs
The District is seeking proposals for a project to supply and install network equipment at its eligible locations. Bidders are advised that this project will be contingent upon the successful obtaining of Category 2 E-Rate funding, and the contract agreement between the district and the successful bidder must recognize that contingency. The District requires that the selected vendor be willing to utilize the E-Rate SPI form of invoicing (discounted invoices).
The District seeks an agreement that allows it to work with the selected vendor to adjust quantities and/or scale back or cancel the project entirely as needed based upon funding availability and/or the best interests of the Applicant. The Applicant seeks eligible equipment as outlined in Appendix A. Equipment shall be new, factory-sealed equipment currently available from the manufacturer; the Applicant will not accept proposals of used, remanufactured, refurbished, B stock, returns, open-box, discontinued, gray market, or equipment in any other condition other than new and factory-sealed with all original manufacturer warranties.
Installation is requested. Please see the associated RFP for further installation requirements.
Questions related to the technical aspects of this document should be directed to Dr. Chantell Manahan, Director of Technology at contact@example.gov, no later than 11:00 AM (EST) on December 5, 2025. Answers to any written questions or any additional information, revisions, or clarifications to the RFP will be provided in the form of an addendum to be posted with the FCC Form 470 on the Universal Service (E-Rate) website. It is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider to check for any addenda that may be issued.
The District reserves the right to reject each and every bid, and to waive informalities, irregularities, and errors in the bidding to the extent permitted by law. This includes the right to extend the date and time for receipt of bids. In the event that a responsible bid is not received or if it is determined that the low bid received is too high, the bid received will be rejected and the project will be cancelled or re-bid. Bids may not be withdrawn during the sixty (60) day period immediately following the date of receipt of the bids without the consent of DISTRICT.
Notice is hereby given that the Board of School Trustees of MSD of Steuben County, Angola, Indiana, will receive sealed bids at MSD of Steuben County's Central Office, 400 S. Martha Street, Angola, IN 46703 until 11:00 AM (EST) on January 5, 2026, at which time they will be publicly opened. In the event that MSD of Steuben County is closed on this date, an alternate date of January 7, 2026, at 11 AM (EST) has been scheduled. Envelopes containing bids shall be plainly marked Bids MSD of Steuben County E-RATE 2026. Bids received after the designated time will be returned unopened. Bidders must submit a hard copy of their bid and any required forms, AND an electronic version of the bid response (including any required forms) on a USB flash drive in a sealed envelope, with their firms name and address clearly indicated on the envelope. Note that FAXED bids are not acceptable and will be rejected as non-responsive. Bids are to be addressed as follows: 400 S. Martha Street, Angola, IN 46703 ATTN: Dr. Chantell Manahan.
Requested services (30 line items): - Category 2 — Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections — Wireless Access Points - Category 2 — Internal Connections — Wireless Access Points And Necessary Software And Licenses - Category 2 — Managed Internal Broadband Services — Existing Equipment - Category 2 — Internal Connections — Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components - Category 2 — Basic Maintenance Of Internal Connections — Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components
State/local procurement requirements: We will consider multi-year contracts with or without voluntary extensions. All cost proposals must reflect the LCP (Lowest Corresponding Price), GSA pricing, and any available governmental unit discounts including existing state purchasing agreements or contracts when applicable. Any proposal referencing an existing state purchasing agreement or contract must include that information in the proposal. Bid prices must be complete for the services proposed and shall include all associated costs, even if the amounts are estimates based upon current applicable taxes, surcharges, or fees. Each line item on proposal should clearly list Quantity, Manufacturer, Part Number, Description, Unit Price, and Extended Price. Proposals MUST separate eligible and ineligible services by line item for all services to which service provider responds. No proposal can be submitted that includes equipment or components for equipment from companies deemed to provide a national security risk as defined by FCC Order 19-121. All bidders are encouraged to: 1. Read and follow the RFP carefully. 2. Adhere to the FCC E-Rate rules. 3. Go to http://adtecerate.com/pdfs/Indiana_Public_Purchasing_Law_5-22.pdf to access Indiana State Public Purchasing Law IC 5-22.
Reference documents (Form 470 / RFP): https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/260004267/130404/20742947-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_260004267_CERTIFIED.pdf, https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/260004267/130404/20742919-Category%202%20470%20Addendum%201%20MSD%20Steuben%20County.pdf, https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/260004267/130404/20637720-FY2026%20C2%20Equipment%20RFP%20MSD%20Steuben%20FINAL.pdf