Lindsey Schmidt is a Consultant. Lindsey is associated with 50 contracts. Activity spans Wired Telecommunications Carriers and Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services.
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American Dream Charter School II, set to open in August 2026 at 421 West 219th Street in New York, New York, is soliciting bids for infrastructure and connectivity services to support its operations during the 2026-2027 funding year, despite filing under a 2027-2028 Form 470 due to system constraints. For Category 1, the school seeks internet access with a single connection ranging from 1Gbps to 5+Gbps, requesting quotes for both cable and fiber options across multiple contract lengths—including month-to-month, one-year, two-year, and three-year terms. All proposals must include installation and build-out costs, network components billed separately, and must adhere to FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules. Vendors must certify compliance with FCC Security Rules Order 19-121, explicitly excluding equipment from Huawei, ZTE, or other designated national security threats.
For Category 2, the school is requesting quotes for wireless access points, switches, and firewall hardware and licensing to build its internal network, including 13+ Juniper Mist AP34-US or equivalent units, 4+ Juniper Mist AP45-US or equivalent units, a cloud subscription for 17+ five-year licenses, a Juniper EX4100-48MP PoE++ switch, two Juniper EX4100-24P PoE+ switches, a Cisco Meraki MX95 firewall, and a five-year enterprise license for the firewall. No installation is required. The school also includes BMIC to cover any USAC-classified support or licensing. All vendors must submit their SPIN and the Form 470 number, list all assumptions, provide exact SKUs or part numbers, and send proposals via email to both the applicant and consultant. Bids are due by August 27, 2026, and must comply with federal, state, and local regulations. The applicant will not consider phone inquiries and will accept incumbent provider bills as bids if no separate proposal is submitted.
Capital Prep Charter Schools NY is seeking bids for internet access and network equipment for its proposed new school, Capital Preparatory New Rochelle Charter School, located at 24 Shea Place, New Rochelle, NY 10801, with an anticipated opening in July 2026. For internet connectivity, the district requires at least one high-speed fiber connection ranging from 1 Gbps to over 3 Gbps and at least one cable-based connection ranging from 1 Gbps to over 2 Gbps, with preferred contract terms of one and three years. Vendors must provide detailed quotes including all installation, configuration, and any necessary build-out or equipment costs, and must comply with E-Rate rules, FCC Lowest Corresponding Price requirements, and FCC Security Rules Order (FCC 19-121), which prohibits the use of equipment from Huawei, ZTE, or other designated national security threats. Bids must include the vendor’s SPIN and the 470 solicitation number, and must be submitted via email to both the applicant and consultant, with no phone inquiries accepted.
For Category 2, the district requests quotes for a suite of network hardware and maintenance services at the new location, including a SonicWall TZ680 firewall or equivalent with three-year licensing options, two Meraki MS150-48MP switches and one Meraki MS150-48FP switch—all with licensing and installation options—22 Meraki CW9172I wireless access points without new cabling required, and an APC SMX1500RM2UCNC unit or equivalent for battery backup. All equipment must be quoted with associated software, licenses, and configuration services. Additionally, basic maintenance services are requested for all listed equipment, and vendors must specify whether services will be delivered remotely or on-site. All proposals must adhere to E-Rate guidelines, state and local regulations, and include SKUs or manufacturer part numbers. The district has listed all items under specific E-Rate categories and expects vendors to align their bids accordingly, ensuring full compliance with cost and security requirements while providing transparent, itemized pricing.
New YorkNew York,
NY,
10035,
USA
NAICS
518210
Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
Capital Prep Charter Schools NY is seeking bids for internet access and network equipment for its planned Capital Preparatory New Rochelle Charter School, scheduled to open in July 2026 at 25 Shea Place, New Rochelle, NY 10801. For internet connectivity, the district requires at least one fiber-based connection ranging from 1 Gbps to over 3 Gbps and at least one cable-based connection ranging from 1 Gbps to over 2 Gbps, with quotes requested for multiple contract durations including one and three-year terms. All proposals must include detailed pricing for installation, configuration, and any necessary build-out or network components billed separately. Proposals must comply with E-Rate rules, FCC Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) requirements, and the FCC’s Security Rules Order prohibiting the use of equipment from Huawei, ZTE, or other designated national security threats. Vendors must provide their SPIN and the 470 number, and submissions must be sent via email to both the primary contact and consultant, with phone inquiries not accepted.
The district also seeks quotes for a full suite of network hardware to be deployed at the new school, including one SonicWall TZ680 firewall or equivalent with optional three-year licensing, two Meraki MS150-48MP switches, one Meraki MS150-48FP switch, twenty-two Meraki CW9172I wireless access points, and one APC SMX1500RM2UCNC UPS—all with installation, configuration, and three-year licensing options available. No new cabling is required, and ceiling heights are approximately ten feet with no lift needed. Additionally, the district requests quotes for Maintenance and Basic Infrastructure Services (MIBS/BMIC) covering all listed equipment. All proposed solutions must be equivalent to the specified models, with clear SKUs and part numbers provided. Assumptions must be documented, and vendors must certify compliance with all applicable FCC, state, and local regulations. All bids must be submitted by the May 20, 2026 deadline via email to the contact information listed in the 470 application.
Bronx Charter School for the Arts is seeking quotes for the renewal of two or more SonicWall Advanced Protection Security Suite licenses, or an equivalent solution, for their existing NSA 3700 firewalls. The school is specifically requesting pricing options for both one-year and three-year license terms and explicitly stated that new firewall hardware is not required. Proposals should include manufacturer part numbers or SKUs and must be submitted via email to both the primary school contact and the designated consultant.
All bids must adhere to E-Rate rules, including the Lowest Corresponding Price requirements and FCC security regulations prohibiting equipment from covered companies such as Huawei and ZTE. Vendors are required to provide their SPIN and the 470 number with their proposal, along with any assumptions used to calculate pricing. The solicitation is categorized under both Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, with a response deadline of April 15, 2026.
New YorkBronx,
NY,
10474,
USA
NAICS
423430
Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers
Hellenic Classical Charter School-Staten Island is seeking proposals for internet access and network infrastructure across two locations on Richmond Avenue. The Category 1 request specifies at least two internet connections, with one at each site, featuring speeds between 1Gbps and 2Gbps or higher. Vendors should provide quotes for fiber or equivalent options, including all installation, configuration, and build-out costs across various contract lengths.
The Category 2 request focuses on hardware and maintenance, including the procurement of Eaton UPS units, a Cisco Meraki switch, and associated licenses and cabling. Additionally, the school requires quotes for Managed Internal Broadband Services or Basic Maintenance for existing equipment, including numerous Meraki switches, wireless access points, UPS units, and a Cisco firewall. All bids must comply with E-Rate rules, FCC Lowest Corresponding Price requirements, and security regulations prohibiting equipment from covered companies such as Huawei and ZTE.
Hellenic Classical Charter School is seeking quotes for Category 1 and Category 2 services under E-Rate guidelines. Category 1 requirements include internet access connections with speeds ranging from 1Gbps to 2+Gbps, specifically requesting fiber or equivalent options across various contract lengths. Vendors must provide comprehensive pricing that includes installation, configuration, and any necessary network components or build-out costs.
Category 2 requirements focus on equipment and maintenance, including at least two Eaton 9PX UPS units or equivalents, five-year license renewals for switches and wireless access points, and maintenance or managed services for firewalls, switches, WAPs, and UPS units. All proposals must include the vendor's SPIN and the 470 number, comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price and Security Rules Order regarding prohibited equipment, and be submitted via email to the primary contact and consultant.
Los Angeles Academy of Arts and Enterprise is seeking quotes for Category 1 data transmission and internet access services for a potential new location at 1215 Miramar St, Los Angeles, CA 90026, with a projected move in July 2026. The school requires proposals for one or more connections with speeds ranging from 500Mbps to 2+Gbps, specifically requesting options for fiber or equivalent technologies. Bids must include various contract lengths and a detailed breakdown of all installation, configuration, and special construction costs, as well as any separately billed network components.
All submissions must comply with E-Rate rules, including the Lowest Corresponding Price requirements and FCC security regulations prohibiting equipment from covered companies such as Huawei and ZTE. Vendors are required to provide their SPIN and the 470 number, along with all assumptions used in their proposals. Responses must be submitted via email to both the primary contact and the designated consultant by the deadline of March 18, 2026.
Royal Palm Charter School is seeking quotes for at least one 48-Port Managed Gigabit POE Switch, specifically a DGS-3630-52PC/SI or an equivalent model. The request includes all necessary software, licenses, and related components, with an optional request for installation and configuration services. This solicitation falls under Category 2 for Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, and vendors are encouraged to provide specific SKUs or manufacturer part numbers in their proposals.
All submissions must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules and Security Rules Order FCC 19-121, which prohibits equipment from covered companies deemed national security threats. Vendors must include their SPIN and the 470 number with their proposal and list all assumptions used. Bids should be submitted via email to both the primary contact, Shannon Sviben, and the consultant, Lindsey Schmidt, by the deadline of March 4, 2026.
FloridaPalm Bay,
FL,
32909,
USA
NAICS
423430
Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers
The Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School District is seeking quotes for Category 1 data transmission and internet access services specifically for its Elementary School located at 71 Arden St., New York, NY 10040. Vendors are requested to provide pricing for at least one internet connection with speeds ranging from 100Mbps to 2+Gbps, including cable or equivalent options. Proposals must detail various contract lengths and include all associated costs for installation, configuration, special construction, and necessary network components.
All submissions must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules and Security Rules Order FCC 19-121, which prohibits equipment from covered companies such as Huawei and ZTE. Vendors must include their SPIN and the 470 number in their proposals and email responses to both the primary contact and the designated consultant. The solicitation is open until March 3, 2026, and equivalent solutions will be evaluated in accordance with E-Rate regulations.
The Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School District is seeking quotes for internet access and data transmission services for its Middle School and High School locations in New York. The district requires at least one internet connection at each site with speeds ranging from 1Gbps to 2+Gbps, specifically requesting fiber or equivalent options. Additionally, the district is requesting quotes for a dedicated connection, such as an e-line, to link the Middle School and High School with speeds between 100Mbps and 1+Gbps.
Proposals must include detailed pricing for various contract lengths, installation, configuration, and any necessary network components or construction costs. As this is an E-Rate solicitation, vendors must provide their SPIN and the 470 number, comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules, and certify that all equipment meets FCC security standards regarding prohibited manufacturers. All bid responses should be submitted via email to the primary contact and the designated consultant by the March 3, 2026 deadline.
