# 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.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001179/17024443/22596674-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270001179_CERTIFIED.pdf)