10-2025-021 Cabling AP's Switches

Bartow County School System is soliciting proposals for RFP 10-2025-021, a comprehensive data communications cabling project spanning 23 locations across 20 schools and 3 support facilities. The procurement involves installing 383 new cable drops, 142 additional new drops, and relocating 200 existing drops to enhance wireless access point infrastructure, with a specific fiber home run requirement from room 611 to the main distribution frame at Cass Middle School. This E-Rate funded project requires bidders to possess a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and comply with TIA/EIA technical specifications. The evaluation criteria will weight proposals based on project cost (30%), proposed solution (20%), service quality from references (20%), completion timeline (20%), and similar project experience (10%). A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the BCSS Central Office, with final proposals due February 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The project timeline is set for April 2025 through July 2025, with a preference for completion by mid-July.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be prepared to work during school hours, accommodating student presence from April through late May 2025, with typical work hours between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The project requires a 25-year manufacturer warranty on the cabling system and mandates that vendors submit FRN LINE ITEM BULK UPLOAD FILES in official USAC format within three business days of contract signing. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project involving 525 total cable drops suggests a significant investment. Technical requirements include using existing cable supports, working with 10-12 foot ladders, utilizing NEMA20 PDUs, implementing proper cable labeling, and adhering to specific color coding standards. Bidders must provide per-drop pricing, understanding that the total number of drops may be adjusted downward during project implementation.