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The Jefferson Davis County School District is soliciting sealed bids for E-Rate Products and Services through a competitive procurement process. The bid opportunity covers Category 1 and Category 2 E-Rate technology products and services, targeting technology infrastructure and connectivity solutions for the school district. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 29th, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. located at 1025 3rd Street, Prentiss, Mississippi, which all interested bidders must attend. Bid submissions are due on November 13th, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., with vendors required to obtain the Request for Proposals (RFP) by emailing Millie Rollins. Bidders have two submission options: sealed physical envelopes marked "2026 E-Rate Bid" or electronic submission through the Central Bidding platform (www.centralbidding.com), with electronic submissions specifically allowed for Category 2 products and services. The procurement is overseen by Dr. Rena Hilton, Director of Instructional Technology, who will manage the bidding process.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The Jefferson Davis County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, maintaining flexibility in vendor selection. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement suggests the district is seeking comprehensive E-Rate technology solutions that can potentially integrate with existing technological infrastructure. The bid documents will be published on October 1st and 8th, 2025, providing potential vendors ample time to review requirements and prepare submissions. Though specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation, the E-Rate program typically supports technology investments in educational settings, implying a potential significant investment in technological upgrades and connectivity solutions for the school district.