KP27-47001-C2-UPS
Updated
An E-Rate Form 470 from Kansas City Public Library in Kansas City, MO. Providers can bid until Nov 16, 2026.
| Applicant | Kansas City Public Library |
|---|---|
| Type | Library System |
| Location | Kansas City, MO |
| County | Jackson |
| Form 470 number | 270002086 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Nov 16, 2026 (26 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 11 |
Networks and Wi-Fi (Category 2)
The Kansas City Public Library System is seeking bids for UPS' for their library locations. It is the intent of the Library / District to procure goods and services that may be adjusted for the addition of new sites, relocation of sites, or adjustments to the quantity and/or capacity of service, in accordance with the terms of any resulting contract or service agreement. Please see the attached RFP for details and specifications of the items being sought.
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi and network equipment | Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup And Necessary Software And Licenses | 13 each |
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, Kansas City Public Library had $169,798 of E-Rate services before discount, with a 85% E-Rate discount, from SHI International Corpo., Unite Private Networks, LLC.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | SHI International Corpo. | $82,863 | 2 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Internet access | Unite Private Networks, LLC | $59,552 | 3 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | SHI International Corpo. | $27,382 | 3 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Wi-Fi Hotspots Services and Equipment | T-Mobile USA, Inc. | $102,720 | 3 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Internet access | Unite Private Networks, LLC | $67,240 | 2 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Network maintenance | SHI International Corpo. | $20,989 | 1 | 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)
Applicant website: kclibrary.org
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.