# E-Rate #270003628

St. Thomas More School Cat 6 data-drop installation and Meraki access-point procurement

**Posted:** November 04, 2026
**Respond By:** December 02, 2026
**Identifier:** 270003628
**NAICS:** 238210, 238990, 423690, 423490

St. Thomas More School is seeking E-Rate-supported Category 2 network upgrades at its Brooklyn, Ohio school.
- **Buyer:** St. Thomas More School; no sub-agency or procurement office is identified.
- **Named OEM:** **Meraki** is specified for MR access-point licenses and as an acceptable access-point manufacturer; equivalent products are allowed. No cable manufacturer is specified.
- **Products and services requested:**
  - 24 five-year MR Access Point renewal licenses, part number LIC-ENT-5YR.
  - 24 Meraki or equivalent wireless access points, with necessary software and licenses.
  - Approximately 10,000 feet of Cat 6 plenum-rated cabling; bidders must identify the cable manufacturer and part number.
  - Installation of up to 52 data drops, including labor, equipment, materials, terminations, labeling, cable supports, testing and certification, and firestop sealing.
- **Notable requirements:** The vendor determines the final cable quantity. Work is to be performed outside school hours unless otherwise arranged, and all drops must be demonstrated to work for acceptance. A positive E-Rate funding decision is required before a purchase order is issued. Bids must include manufacturer, part number/SKU, unit cost, E-Rate eligibility percentage, SPIN or application evidence, and proof of authorized-reseller status. An on-site visit and insurance documentation are also required.

### Description

The solicitation seeks Category 2 internal connections, including five-year renewal licenses for 24 MR Access Points (Part Number LIC-ENT-5YR), with Meraki or equivalent indicated. It also includes cabling/data drops: the Form 470 lists 10,000 feet, and the source directs bidders to the RFP for detailed requirements. Proposals must identify the manufacturer, part number/SKU, unit cost, and the percentage eligible under E-Rate rules, and include a SPIN or evidence of application and proof of authorized reseller status. The bid response deadline is December 2, 2026.

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