This request is for Switches, UPS's and related components. The Cabling that is listed in the drop down menu is not fiber cabling, but power cords and network cables. The estimated number of feet are for these items.When reviewing a bid, vendors should click the Follow button for update notifications. It is the vendors responsibility to check the USAC website for any addendums. Bidders must register on PlanetBids to be able to submit a bid or ask questions. Bidders shall create a Free account with PlanetBids by signing up through Chula Vista Elementary School District (https://www.cvesd.org/departments/business-services/purchasing-warehouse-publications/bids-rfq). Once you have completed account registration, select Bid Opportunities on the PlanetBids website and select Bid Invitation # 26/27-5 Network Hardware E-Rate Year 2027/2028 then select Place eBid. Your completed Bid along with all required documents shall be time stamped on or before the time stated above. Late bids or incomplete bids will not be accepted. Failure to follow the guidance of the associated RFP(s) or similar documents may be grounds for bid dismissal.Quantities and Categories outlined in the Service Request Section of this Form 470 are approximate and may be increased or decreased. The details of equipment and quantities can be located within the attached RFP. The quantities may be increased or decreased based on district needs. Service providers responding to the RFP should clearly identify E-rate Eligible and E-rate Ineligible equipment and pricing.Equivalent Manufacturers and part numbers may be proposed. If a Service Provider chooses to bid another manufacturer than is preferred, please provide supporting documentation per the process noted in the RFP. District reserves the right to cancel the contract if E-Rate Funding is not approved, or if it is not in the best interest of the district. Installation can begin as early as 4/1/27 if USAC is invoiced on, or after, 7/1/27. Service Provider acknowledges that it is following FCC Order FCC 19-121, which bars the use of USF subsidies to fund equipment, components, and services from covered companies, their parents, affiliates and subsidiaries, deemed to be a national security risk.Ability to add new sites during term of the contract. Ability to add new equipment. District prefers SPI Method of E-Rate Reimbursement.The District expects Service Providers to make themselves thoroughly familiar with any rules or regulations regarding the E-rate program. Service Providers are required to be in full compliance with all current requirements and future requirements issued by USAC throughout the contractual period of any contract entered into as a result of this RFP.SPAM and/or robotic responses will not be considered valid bid responses and will be disqualified from consideration.Do not contact district by phone. Contact by email only. See RFP for Dates, Deadlines, Disqualification Factors and Evaluation Criteria.

1. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses — quantity 70 Each; manufacturer: Cisco Systems or equivalent 2. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Antennas, Connectors, and Related Components — quantity 783 Each for 4 entities; manufacturer: Cisco Systems or equivalent 3. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Cabling — quantity 1875 Feet for 4 entities; manufacturer: Cisco Systems or equivalent 4. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses — quantity 68 Each; manufacturer: Eaton or equivalent 5. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Antennas, Connectors, and Related Components — quantity 32 Each for 4 entities; manufacturer: Eaton or equivalent

An RFP was issued for the services requested: Yes RFP documents: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270000605/143618/22745041-Bid%2026%2027%205%20Network%20Hardware%20E%20Rate%20Year%202027%202028.pdf (uploaded 2026-10-16) https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270000605/143618/22745042-Request%20to%20Substitute%20Specified%20Item.pdf (uploaded 2026-10-16)

All vendors must follow local and state procurement requirements for school districts in San Diego County. Services providers must comply with the FCC rules for Lowest Corresponding Price ("LCP"). Further details on LCP may be obtained at USAC's website: https://www.usac.org/e-rate/service-providers/step-2-responding-to-bids/lowest-corresponding-price/

Billed entity: CHULA VISTA ELEM SCHOOL DIST Billed Entity Number (BEN): 143618 FCC Registration Number: 0005746136 Applicant type: School District Number of eligible entities: 52 Funding year: 2027

Contact: Melodee Rupe · 858-695-2413 · [email protected]

NvLS Professional Services, LLC · CRN 16024810 · 858-271-8585 · [email protected] Rupe Consulting Services, LLC · CRN 17028818 · 858-695-2413 · [email protected]

Status: Certified Form version: Original Certified form (PDF): https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270000605/143618/22765686-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270000605_CERTIFIED.pdf