E-Rate Proposal for E-Rate Category 2 Products and Services
NOTICE TO BIDDERS The CITY OF BOGALUSA SCHOOLS, aka "DISTRICT," is seeking proposals for Category 2 Products and Services and Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS). The DISTRICT operates three traditional schools and two annexes eligible for Category 2 funding. The DISTRICT is seeking bids for E-rate eligible equipment, licenses, support warranties for new equipment, renewal licenses, cabling, Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS), and Basic Maintenance for renewal of support warranties and Basic Maintenance hourly rate proposals. Additionally, the District is seeking Wi-Fi equipment that will need to add connectivity in the school buses. There are approximately 15 buses. The FCC has not released the final eligible services list; however, the FCC has approved the service in a Declaratory Order. It is uncertain if the equipment needed for the service will be eligible as a Category 1 or 2 service. Therefore, a Category 1 Form 470 will be filed for the connectivity and service. Sealed proposals must be sent by certified mail, UPS, Fed Ex, or hand-delivered to CITY OF BOGALUSA SCHOOL BOARD OFFICE, or proposals may be uploaded at Https://www.centralauctionhouse.com.

Additional Notes/Requirements

21. PRE-BID MEETING Due to the importance of all bidders clearly understanding the specifications and scope of work requirements in specific solicitations, attendance at the virtual mandatory pre-bid meeting on November 28, 2023, at 2:00 PM (CST), is a prerequisite for submitting a bid. Bids will only be accepted from those represented at the bid conference. The conference bridge will open at 1:45 PM (CST) to allow callers sufficient time to dial in to: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83687286336?pwd=VaiadD7UarUfffe2ilBz510VZP0uTd.1