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.- 6 +/- Switches including all software, cables (3 +/-), connectors (10 +/-), modules (6 +/-), cords, mounting hardware and any other related items as described in the attached RFP. MIBS and BMIC dropdowns were listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category.- 100 +/- Access Points including all software, cables, connectors, cords, antennas, mounting hardware and any other related items as described in the attached RFP. MIBS and BMIC dropdowns were listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category.- 2 +/- UPSs including all software, battery packs, cables, connectors, cords, mounting hardware and any other related items as described in the attached RFP. MIBS and BMIC dropdowns were listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category.___________________________________________________QuestionsAny questions related to the technical aspects of this document should be directed to Dustin Jones, Technology Coordinator at [email protected], no later than 2 pm Eastern on November 11, 2026. Answers to any written questions or any additional information, revisions, or clarifications to the RFP will be provided in the form of an addendum to be posted with the FCC Form 470 on the Universal Service (E-Rate) website. It is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider to check for any addenda that may be issued.___________________________________________________Proposal DeliveryThe Applicant reserves the right to reject each and every bid, and to waive informalities, irregularities, and errors in the bidding to the extent permitted by law. This includes the right to extend the date and time for receipt of bids. In the event that a responsible bid is not received or if it is determined that the low bid received is too high, the bid received will be rejected and the project will be cancelled or re-bid. Bids should e-mailed to the office of Dustin Jones, Technology Coordinator at [email protected] by 2 pm Eastern on December 16, 2026.

1. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Wireless Access Points and Necessary Software and Licenses — quantity 100 Each; manufacturer: Fortinet or equivalent 2. Category 2 · Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections · Wireless Access Points — quantity 100 Each for 2 entities; manufacturer: Fortinet 3. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Switches and Necessary Software and Licenses — quantity 12 Each; manufacturer: Cisco Systems or equivalent 4. Category 2 · Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections · Switches — quantity 12 Each for 1 entity; manufacturer: Cisco Systems 5. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Antennas, Connectors, and Related Components — quantity 13 Each for 1 entity; manufacturer: Cisco Systems or equivalent 6. Category 2 · Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections · Antennas, Connectors, and Related Components — quantity 13 Each for 1 entity; manufacturer: Cisco Systems 7. Category 2 · Internal Connections · Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup and Necessary Software and Licenses — quantity 2 Each; manufacturer: American Power Conversion or equivalent 8. Category 2 · Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections · Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup — quantity 2 Each for 1 entity; manufacturer: American Power Conversion 9. Category 2 · Managed Internal Broadband Services · Existing Equipment — 3 entities

An RFP was issued for the services requested: Yes RFP documents: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002361/130694/22789093-Equipment%20Purchase%20RFP.pdf (uploaded 2026-10-21)

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.Each line item on proposal should clearly list Quantity, Manufacturer, Part Number, Description, Unit Price, and Extended Price. Proposals MUST separate eligible and ineligible services by line item for all services to which service provider responds.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.

Billed entity: VINCENNES COMM SCHOOL CORP Billed Entity Number (BEN): 130694 FCC Registration Number: 0011936275 Applicant type: School District Number of eligible entities: 9 Funding year: 2027

Contact: Darsey Carnal · 765-439-1704 · [email protected] Technical contact: Dustin Jones · Tech Coordinator · 812-882-4844 · [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/Form470/270002361/130694/22789215-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270002361_CERTIFIED.pdf