# E-Rate #270003585

Up to 720 Juniper AP45 wireless access points and installation for Red Clay schools

**Posted:** November 04, 2026
**Respond By:** December 02, 2026
**Identifier:** 270003585
**NAICS:** 423490, 541519

Red Clay Consolidated School District is seeking up to 720 wireless access points and related installation for multiple schools.
- **Buyer:** Red Clay Consolidated School District, through the Data Service Center’s Central Bidding Department; the initial notice also references the Central Bidding Department serving Colonial School District.
- **OEMs:** **Juniper Networks** and **HPE** are named in the requested HPE Juniper AP45 equipment description. Equivalent products may be proposed.
- **Products:** Up to 720 AP45 wireless access points, part number **B-AP45-2S-7Y-E**, each bundled with a seven-year license and support. Equipment replaces existing access points.
- **Services:** Installation and initial configuration across multiple schools; installation is priced per access point. Most units are ceiling-mounted, with some wall-mounted. No cabling is included.
- **Notable requirements:** Purchase depends on 2027 E-Rate Category II funding. Pricing is to remain guaranteed through June 2028. Vendors may propose equipment, installation, or both; installation bidders must attend a district-arranged school walk-through.

### Description

Red Clay Consolidated School District plans to purchase and install up to 720 HPE Juniper AP45 or equivalent wireless access points across multiple schools using E-Rate Category II funding. The access points will replace existing units, and associated installation is included; no cabling is associated with the project. Vendors may propose the access point hardware, installation, or both. Proposals are due December 2, 2026, and the attached bid documents state a bid opening date of January 5, 2027.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003585/126297/22884388-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270003585_CERTIFIED.pdf)