Category 2 Network Equipment and Services

Bath Community Schools is seeking proposals for new E-Rate-eligible Category 2 network equipment, including switches, wireless components, cabling, software and licenses, with delivery to its Bath, Michigan facility.

Bath Community Schools

General

Status:Open

Solicitation Identifier:270001875

Due Date:Nov 20, 2026 12:00 PM

Posted Date:Oct 12, 2026 03:17 PM

Contract Period:2 years 6 months base + 1 × 1 year 6 months option

Type:Request for Proposal (RFP)

Level:Local

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Original Solicitation Links

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BATH COMMUNITY SCHOOLS -- FCC Form 470 #270001875 (FY2027) -- Bath C2 Equipment_Service Spec.pdf

Contact

Name:Jon Pechette

Email:jpechette@bathschools.net

Phone:+15176416721

Address:Bath, MI, USA

Submission Instructions

Method:Email

Email:rcook@bathschools.net jpechette@bathschools.net klewis@e-ratecentral.com

Description

Bath Community Schools is requesting proposals for new E-Rate-eligible Category 2 equipment and related services. The scope includes network switches and necessary software or licenses, antennas, connectors and related components, cabling, and existing-equipment support categories selected for E-Rate compliance. The specifications state that the applicant is not requesting time-and-materials basic maintenance or managed internal broadband services; those categories were selected only in case software or right-to-use licensing is treated similarly under E-Rate rules. Proposals must address the specified makes and models, or provide documentation establishing functional and technical equivalence for alternatives. Equipment must be new; used, open-box, refurbished, and partial offers will be disqualified. Pricing must include all associated costs, use separate unit pricing for each SKU, identify E-Rate eligibility percentages, and categorize costs appropriately. The proposal must include the applicant name, Form 470 number, SPIN, service-provider terms and conditions, and the completed Pricing Attachment in Excel or an equivalent format. Delivery is required to the applicant's facility, and installation is not requested. The preferred contract term is April 1, 2027, through September 30, 2029; an initial term through September 30, 2028, with one optional renewal is also acceptable.

Classification Codes

NAICS423430Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers

PSC7G21Digital network communications hardware, software, and other equipment used within the core data centers and work areas, connecting end users to the organization's Local Area Network (LAN). Wide Area Network (WAN) digital transmission equipment, supporting hardware and software directly connecting data centers, offices and third parties. Includes 1) external digital network transport equipment (Outside Plant) physical communications infrastructure connecting to LAN/WAN end points 2) copper and fiber communications systems, and 3) cellular infrastructure such as towers, repeaters, switching systems dedicated for cellular communication. Products and tools that enable or distribute voice services through on-premise digital equipment including PBX, VoIP, voicemail and handsets.

Title	Date Posted
Bath C2 Equipment_Service Spec.pdf	Oct 12, 2026 03:10 PM
FCC Form 470 #270001875 Application (PDF)	Oct 12, 2026 03:17 PM