Opportunity
E-Rate #27-008
Turnkey Cat6A Ethernet Cabling Installation for Olathe Public Schools USD 233
Posted
September 25, 2026
Respond By
October 23, 2026
Identifier
27-008
NAICS
238210
Olathe Public Schools USD 233 in Kansas is seeking proposals for the turnkey replacement of wireless cable infrastructure with Cat6A Ethernet cabling across multiple school buildings. - Government Buyer: - Olathe Public Schools USD 233 (Procurement Office) - Contact: Ryan Floy, Senior Buyer - Scope of Work: - Turnkey installation of Cat6A Ethernet structured data cabling - Includes both materials and labor for each site - Targeted buildings: 14 schools and education centers (elementary, middle, and alternative education) - Products Requested: - Cat6A Ethernet cabling (no specific OEMs required; 'or equivalent' allowed) - Installation services for each site - No part numbers specified; quantities are per site - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Mandatory site walkthrough for accurate cabling footage - E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) required - Compliance with FCC Red Light Rule and federal debarment/suspension regulations - Detailed work plan, prior experience, and insurance required - Project may proceed regardless of E-Rate funding - OEMs: - No specific OEMs mandated; all Cat6A cabling brands meeting standards are eligible - Competitive Landscape: - Open to all qualified vendors with E-Rate credentials - 'Or equivalent' language allows for broad competition among cabling manufacturers - Period of Performance: - Implementation window from early April through late July - Contract covers full project duration, not a recurring subscription
Description
The District is soliciting proposals for the replacement of the wireless cable infrastructure in its elementary, middle school, and alternative education buildings. The project includes general requirements, specifications, and expectations detailed in the RFP documents. Vendors must attend a mandatory walkthrough to determine the actual feet of cabling needed. All items are "Or Equivalent" as per E-Rate competitive bidding rules. Bids must be submitted through IonWave.