There is an RFP document that provides greater detail on the scope of this project. It is important that service providers read the attached document to fully understand this project and prepare a more directed bid. All emailed questions should reference this Form 470 number in the subject line of the email.Clay Community Schools seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services. We seek a multipathed and independent fiber connection with symmetrical bandwidth at 6 Gbps scalable to 20 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the Applicants head-end located at Technology Office, 501 East Jackson Street, Brazil, IN beginning July 1, 2027. The service request above lists a minimum and maximum capacity that is different from that listed in the RFP. This is due to the limited dropdown options in EPC. The values listed in the RFP and this narrative reflect the applicant's needs. Please provide laddered pricing in all bids and contracts. ___________________________________________________QuestionsNo informational meetings or building visits will be scheduled. Any questions related to the technical aspects of this document should be directed to William Milner, Technology Director at Email: [email protected], no later than 2 PM Eastern time on November 18, 2026. Answers to any written questions or any additional information, revisions, or clarifications to the RFP will be provided on the CCS website: http://www.clay.k12.in.us/rfp. It is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider to check for any addenda that may be issued.___________________________________________________Proposal Due DateProposals will be received by William Milner, Technology Director at Email: [email protected], until 2:00 p.m. Eastern time on December 18, 2026. The School Corporation Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. The Board of School Trustees or their designee will, in the exercise of their sole discretion, determine which proposal(s) offer the best means of servicing the interests of the School Corporation. The exercise of this discretion will be final.

1. Category 1 · Data Transmission and/or Internet Access · Internet Access and Data Transmission Service — quantity 1 Each for 14 entities; capacity 5120.00 Mbps to 25600.00 Mbps; installation and initial configuration

An RFP was issued for the services requested: Yes RFP documents: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002258/130727/22774830-RFP%20for%20Internet%20Access%20Clay%20Community%20Schools.pdf (uploaded 2026-10-19)

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.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. Monitor EPC for updates and information throughout the bidding process.Failure to meet any requirement in this 470 or RFP will be sufficient cause to disqualify your proposal.

Monthly installments of the non-discounted share of special construction charges, over 1 to 4 years

Billed entity: CLAY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Billed Entity Number (BEN): 130727 FCC Registration Number: 0011896586 Applicant type: School District Number of eligible entities: 14 Funding year: 2027

Contact: Darsey Carnal · 765-439-1704 · [email protected] Technical contact: William Milner · Technology Director · 812-443-4461 · [email protected]

AdTec-Administrative and Technical Consulting · CRN 16024741 · 765-855-1612 · [email protected]

Status: Certified Form version: Original Certified form (PDF): https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002258/130727/22777496-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270002258_CERTIFIED.pdf