# E-Rate #270002733

Hemlock Public School District UPS battery-backup equipment and services

**Posted:** October 27, 2026
**Respond By:** November 24, 2026
**Identifier:** 270002733
**NAICS:** 423610, 238210, 811210

Hemlock Public School District is seeking UPS battery-backup equipment and related services for its schools.
- **Government buyer:** Hemlock Public School District, Hemlock, Michigan; the request is for Category 2 internal connections and basic maintenance.
- **OEMs named:** **Vertiv** and **Liebert**. The requested equipment is specified as Vertiv GXT5-48VBATKIT or equivalent, for Liebert GXT5 UPS systems or equivalent.
- **Products:** Approximately 13 battery-backup units or kits, with associated software and licenses. The referenced UPS specification is 2000VA/1800W, 120V; installation and initial configuration are indicated.
- **Services:** Installation, configuration, and basic maintenance of the UPS equipment and related internal connections.
- **Notable requirements:** Quantities are approximate. Non-USF-eligible items must be itemized separately, and implementation is contingent on USF funding approval.

### Description

Hemlock Public School District is requesting quotations for Category 2 services, including approximately 13 uninterruptible power supplies/battery backups and associated software and licenses, with Liebert or equivalent equipment specified. The RFP further describes Vertiv GXT5-48VBATKIT or equivalent UPS batteries to support a Vertiv Liebert GXT5 UPS, and includes installation, configuration, and maintenance. Quotations must be submitted by email and clearly marked “E-rate bid”; the response deadline is November 24, 2026. Non-USF-eligible items must be itemized separately, and the district states that implementation is contingent on approved Universal Services Fund funding.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002733/131110/22819954-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270002733_CERTIFIED.pdf)