# E-Rate #270002735

Merrill Community Schools seeks seven UPS units and related support

**Posted:** October 27, 2026
**Respond By:** November 24, 2026
**Identifier:** 270002735
**NAICS:** 423690, 238210, 541512

Merrill Community Schools is seeking about seven UPS units and related support for its internal network infrastructure.
- **Government buyer:** Merrill Community Schools, a public school district in Michigan.
- **Named OEM/brand:** **Vertiv (Liebert)**; the requested Liebert UPS units may be replaced with equivalent products.
- **Products:** Approximately 7 UPS/battery backup units, specified as Vertiv Liebert GXT5, 2000VA/1800W, 120V, or equivalent. Necessary software and licenses are included in the broader request; no separate quantities or part numbers are provided.
- **Services:** Installation, initial configuration, and maintenance, including basic maintenance of internal connections associated with the UPS units.
- **Notable requirements:** Quantities are approximate. Quotes should separately identify products or services that are not eligible for E-Rate/USF funding. Implementation depends on funding approval.

### Description

Merrill Community Schools is seeking quotes for Category 2 services under the E-Rate program. The procurement requests approximately seven uninterruptible power supplies, specified as Vertiv Liebert GXT5 UPS units (2000VA/1800W, 120V) or equivalent, with installation, configuration, and maintenance. Quotations must be submitted by November 24, 2026, and the RFP requests that quotes be emailed to the listed contacts and clearly marked “E-rate bid.”

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002735/131115/22820026-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270002735_CERTIFIED.pdf)