27BPS C2
Updated
An E-Rate Form 470 from Buffalo City School District in Buffalo, NY. Providers can bid until Nov 10, 2026.
| Applicant | Buffalo City School District |
|---|---|
| Type | School District |
| Location | Buffalo, NY |
| County | Erie |
| Form 470 number | 270001251 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Oct 13, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Nov 10, 2026 (20 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 76 |
Networks and Wi-Fi (Category 2)
Buffalo City School District is seeking Category Two Internal Connections equipment and associated eligible manufacturer support for its FY2027 Network Switch Refresh Project, as detailed in BID 27-0627-062 Network Switch Refresh Parts. The procurement includes network switches, direct-attach cables, SFP+ transceivers, and associated FortiCare Premium and Essential support, or equivalent products and services compatible with the District's existing network infrastructure.The District has posted a Request for Bid through its Bonfire procurement portal. Please refer to the attached BID 27-0627-062 specifications for the equipment descriptions, manufacturer part numbers, quantities, technical requirements, and other procurement information.Additional documents, required forms, bid tables, submission instructions, and any addenda associated with this solicitation are available through the District's Bonfire portal at:https://buffaloschools.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunitiesAll questions regarding this procurement must be submitted through the Bonfire portal in accordance with the published solicitation schedule. The District encourages electronic bid submissions through Bonfire; bidders must follow the submission requirements and permitted methods specified in the solicitation.All proposals must comply with the applicable E-Rate competitive bidding requirements. Bidders must identify any ineligible products or services and provide appropriate cost allocations. Price will be the primary factor in the evaluation of E-Rate-eligible products and services.Interested vendors must review the complete solicitation and all associated documentation available through Bonfire before submitting a response.
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Switches And Necessary Software And Licenses | 7350 each | ||
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components | 1595 each | 63 | |
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components | 1450 each | 63 | |
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Switches And Necessary Software And Licenses | 1470 each |
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, Buffalo City School District had $672,396 of E-Rate services before discount, with a 90% E-Rate discount, from Crown Castle Fiber LLC.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Internet access | Crown Castle Fiber LLC | $590,628 | 3 | Jun 30, 2031 |
| 2026 | Internet access | Crown Castle Fiber LLC | $81,768 | 3 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Working Knowledge LLC | $699,900 | 4 | Sep 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Internet access | Crown Castle Fiber LLC | $81,768 | 3 | Jun 30, 2026 |
From USAC funding request data (FCC Form 471). Costs are the amounts requested before the E-Rate discount.
Read the full Form 470 on USAC (PDF)
Source: E-Rate FCC Form 470 data published by USAC (Universal Service Administrative Company) on opendata.usac.org, read once a day and shown as published, without warranty. Always read the full Form 470 and any RFP before you respond, and follow the competitive bidding rules of the E-Rate program.