Opportunity
E-Rate #270001179
Freedom Academy seeks E-Rate Category 2 network hardware and UPS units (Ubiquiti or equivalent)
Posted
September 25, 2026
Respond By
October 23, 2026
Identifier
270001179
NAICS
423690
Freedom Academy, a public school in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking bids for E-Rate Category 2 internal connections equipment to upgrade its network infrastructure. - Government Buyer: - Freedom Academy, Phoenix, AZ (Maricopa County) - OEMs and Vendors: - Ubiquiti (specified as acceptable OEM for network hardware) - Equivalents to Ubiquiti are permitted - Products Requested: - 1 x 2x2 open swing hinge rack - 1 x 12-port POE switch (Ubiquiti or equivalent) - 2 x wireless access points (Ubiquiti or equivalent) - 1 x 24-port Cat6 patch panel - 24 x 3-foot Cat6 patch cables - 24 x 7-foot Cat6 patch cables - 3 x 750VA UPS units - 2 x 1500VA UPS units - 3 x 1-foot cabling runs - 5 x uninterruptible power supply/battery backup units (with necessary software and licenses) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Bidders must provide manufacturer, model, and SKU details for all hardware - Installation is required for UPS units - All taxes, fees, and shipping must be included in proposals - National security supply chain restrictions apply (FCC-designated threats prohibited) - Vendor pricelists will not be considered; bids must be uploaded via the specified portal - Compliance with E-Rate program rules and lowest corresponding price required
Description
This solicitation is for the procurement of Category 2 internal connections equipment for Freedom Academy, a school located in Phoenix, AZ. The requested items include a 2x2 open swing hinge rack, a 12 Port POE switch (Ubiquity or equivalent), two Wireless Access Points (Ubiquity or equivalent), a 24 Port Cat6 Patch Panel, various Cat6 patch cables, and uninterruptable power supplies (UPS) of different capacities. Bids must include all taxes and fees, manufacturer/model/SKU details, and shipping costs. Installation must be included if required by the Form 470. Vendor pricelists will not be considered, and national security supply chain restrictions apply.