Wi-Fi Access Point Management Licenses
Updated
An E-Rate Form 470 from Owatonna School District 761 in Owatonna, MN. Providers can bid until Dec 9, 2026.
| Applicant | Owatonna School District 761 |
|---|---|
| Type | School District |
| Location | Owatonna, MN |
| County | Steele County |
| Form 470 number | 270004344 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Nov 11, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Dec 9, 2026 (26 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 9 |
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Managed Wi-Fi | Existing Equipment | 9 |
In their words: networks and Wi-Fi (Category 2)
The District is seeking proposals for a centralized, cloud-based network management software platform (and associated licensing/subscriptions) to manage and support 469 Wireless Access Points located across our district facilities.
Read the applicant's full note
To maintain compatibility, seamless hardware/software integration, and operational efficiency with our existing infrastructure, the District has established a benchmark based on HPE Aruba Networking Central AP Foundation subscriptions (or functional equivalents).Proposers should submit bids for all of the following contract term options (1-Year, 3-Year, and 5-Year terms):1-Year Option: HPE Aruba Networking Central AP Foundation 1-year Subscription E-STU (SKU: Q9Y58AAE) or Equivalent3-Year Option: HPE Aruba Networking Central AP Foundation 3-year Subscription E-STU (SKU: Q9Y59AAE) or Equivalent5-Year Option: HPE Aruba Networking Central AP Foundation 5-year Subscription E-STU (SKU: Q9Y60AAE) or Equivalent
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, Owatonna School District 761 had $72,000 of E-Rate services before discount, with a 60% E-Rate discount, from Metro Fibernet LLC.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Internet access | Metro Fibernet LLC | $72,000 | 3 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Internet access | Metro Fibernet LLC | $72,000 | 3 | 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)
Applicant website: www.isd761.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.