# E-Rate #Q2627-02

Green Bay Area Public School District E-Rate Category 2 Network Licenses, Support, and Managed Services

**Posted:** September 14, 2026
**Respond By:** October 12, 2026
**Identifier:** Q2627-02
**NAICS:** 541512

The Green Bay Area Public School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Category 2 licenses, support, and managed services for its existing network infrastructure across 45 eligible entities.
- Government Buyer:
  - Green Bay Area Public School District (WI)
  - Contact: Amy Sterckx
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - Extreme Networks (preferred OEM)
  - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are allowed, but must be clearly documented
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Switches and necessary software/licenses (30,400 units)
    - Installation and initial configuration required
  - Wireless access points and necessary software/licenses (50 units)
    - Installation and initial configuration required
  - Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC) for switches (30,400 units) and wireless access points (43 units)
  - Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for 45 entities
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Vendors must comply with FCC rules prohibiting equipment/services from Huawei, ZTE, and other covered companies
  - Proposals must include product specifications and documentation for any alternatives to Extreme Networks
  - Pricing must detail E-Rate eligible percentages and be categorized by IC, BMIC, and/or MIBS
  - The district reserves the right to adjust quantities and may award all, part, or none of the requested items
  - Evaluation criteria include cost, vendor qualifications, and prior experience with the district

### Description

Green Bay Area School District is requesting licenses and support for existing network equipment, including Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections and Managed Internal Broadband Services. The procurement involves software licenses for network equipment already owned by the district, with proposals requested for specified makes/models or equivalent. Vendors must submit proposals through Bonfire by the deadline and comply with FCC rules prohibiting equipment from certain manufacturers. The evaluation criteria prioritize cost, vendor qualifications, and prior experience with the district.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270000594/133193/22536511-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270000594_CERTIFIED.pdf)