# E-Rate #270003114

Sparta School District 140 seeks switches, UPS units, a firewall, and wireless access points

**Posted:** October 31, 2026
**Respond By:** November 28, 2026
**Identifier:** 270003114
**NAICS:** 423690

Sparta School District 140 is seeking E-rate Category 2 network equipment for its schools in Sparta, Illinois.
- **Buyer:** Sparta School District 140, Sparta, Randolph County, Illinois.
- **Requested equipment:**
  - 4 managed switches: one 48-port, one 96-port, and two 288-port switches.
  - 6 UPS battery backups.
  - 1 firewall.
  - 125 wireless access points.
  - Necessary software and licenses are requested where applicable.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No manufacturers, OEMs, or vendors are named, and no manufacturer preference is stated. The district will consider equivalent or comparable brands.
- **Installation and configuration:** The solicitation indicates installation and initial configuration, while the accompanying description says installation may not be necessary. Confirm the district’s requirement before pricing.

### Description

SPARTA SCHOOL DISTRICT 140 is seeking bids for Category 2 internal connections for Funding Year 2027. The Form 470 lists four switches and necessary software and licenses, and the attached wish list also includes UPS battery backups, a firewall, and wireless access points. Bids should reference Form 470 number 270003114 and be emailed to Jill Dare at 4jdare@gmail.com; vendors must include a SPIN and offer the Lowest Corresponding Price. The response deadline is November 28, 2026.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003114/136496/22853983-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270003114_CERTIFIED.pdf)