Internal Connections E-Rate Equipment Service
Overview
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SUMMARY
KEY REQUIREMENTS
CONTRACT DURATION
TIMELINE
September 16th, 2026: Request for Proposal notice issued.
October 2nd, 2026: Questions/Clarifications due.
October 9th, 2026: Addenda posted.
October 29th, 2026: Proposals due by 3:00 p.m. E.T.
November 9th, 2026: Evaluation of bids and selection of contractor.
November 10th, 2026: Notice of Intent to Award posted.
December 2026: School Board Award of Proposal.
April 1st, 2027: Contract period commences.
QUESTION DEADLINE
CONTACTS
Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone
Additional decision-makers and their departments
Issuing Agency
The School District Of Manatee County
DESCRIPTION
A government authority in Bradenton, Florida, is seeking a vendor to provide internal connections equipment services under the E-Rate program.
The E-Rate program provides eligible schools and libraries with discounts on telecommunications, internet access, and internal connections through funding from the Universal Service Fund. The selected vendor will support the authority's eligible internal connections needs in accordance with applicable E-Rate requirements.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due October 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 2, 2026.
- Who issued this RFP?
- It was issued by The School District Of Manatee County. The work is located in Bradenton, Florida, United States.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Information technology and network infrastructure service provider
- Experience delivering internal connections equipment and related services
- Familiarity with E-Rate program requirements and Universal Service Fund funding
- Demonstrated ability to support public-sector, school, or library networks
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