Carmel Clay Schools Switch Purchase FY 2026
Updated
An E-Rate Form 470 from Carmel-Clay Schools in Carmel, IN. Providers can bid until Dec 8, 2026.
| Applicant | Carmel-Clay Schools |
|---|---|
| Type | School District |
| Location | Carmel, IN |
| County | Hamilton |
| Form 470 number | 270004180 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Nov 10, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Dec 8, 2026 (26 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 18 |
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Switches And Necessary Software And Licenses | 38 each | ||
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components | 38 each | 1 | |
| Managed Wi-Fi | Existing Equipment | 1 | ||
| Network maintenance | Switches | 38 each | 1 | |
| Network maintenance | Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components | 38 each | 1 | |
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Switches And Necessary Software And Licenses | 19 each | ||
| Network maintenance | Switches | 19 each | 1 |
In their words: networks and Wi-Fi (Category 2)
There is an RFP document that provides greater detail on the scope of this project. It is important that service providers read the attached document to fully understand this project and prepare a more directed bid.
Documents and links named in this request: www.ccs.k12.in.us/services/technology-data-solutions/e-rate-470it
Read the applicant's full note
All emailed questions should reference this Form 470 number in the subject line of the email.- 19 +/- Switches including all software, cables, connectors (38 +/-), modules (38 +/-), cords, mounting hardware and any other related items as described in the attached RFP. MIBS and BMIC dropdowns were listed above in case USAC deems any of the necessary software licenses to fit that category._________________________________________________________QuestionsNo informational meetings or building visits will be scheduled.
Any questions related to the technical aspects of this document should be directed to [contact in the Form 470] with the subject line to include the RFP number no later than 2:00PM Eastern on December 2, 2026. Answers to any written questions or any additional information, revisions, or clarifications to the SOW will be posted to www.ccs.k12.in.us/services/technology-data-solutions/e-rate-470It is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider to check for any additional information that may be issued._________________________________________________________Proposal DeliveryThe Applicant reserves the right to reject each and every bid and to waive informalities, irregularities, and errors in the bidding to the extent permitted by law.
This includes the right to extend the date and time for receipt of bids. In the event that a responsible bid is not received or if it is determined that the low bid received is too high, the bid received will be rejected and the project will be canceled or re-bid. Bids should e-mailed to [contact in the Form 470] by 2:00 PM EST on January 8, 2027.
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, Carmel-Clay Schools had $1.3 million of E-Rate services before discount, with a 40% E-Rate discount, from Matrix Integration LLC, CDW Government LLC, Indiana Bell Telephone Company, Incorporated, Cmn-Rus, LLC and others.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Matrix Integration LLC | $700,430 | 9 | Sep 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Matrix Integration LLC | $188,073 | 9 | Sep 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | CDW Government LLC | $104,848 | 3 | Sep 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Internet access | Indiana Bell Telephone Company, Incorporated | $76,912 | 3 | Jun 30, 2028 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Matrix Integration LLC | $52,798 | 3 | Jun 30, 2029 |
| 2026 | Internet access | Cmn-Rus, LLC | $38,400 | 4 | Jun 30, 2029 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Matrix Integration LLC | $37,962 | 4 | Jun 30, 2028 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Matrix Integration LLC | $25,786 | 1 | Jun 30, 2029 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Matrix Integration LLC | $24,525 | 4 | Jun 30, 2029 |
| 2026 | Internet access | AT&T Enterprises, LLC | $20,863 | 6 | Oct 31, 2027 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Matrix Integration LLC | $16,020 | 3 | Jun 30, 2029 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | The Brookfield Group, LLC | $7,122 | 2 | Jun 30, 2027 |
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.