WAWASEE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS - FY16 CATEGORY

July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
    Notice is hereby given that sealed bids for the FY16 Category 2 E-Rate Project - Network Infrastructure for will be received at the offices of the, Wawasee Community School Corporation, #1 Warrior Path, Building #2, Syracuse, IN 46567, until 1:30 p.m. local time, Wednesday, February 24th, 2016.  Bids received after that time will be returned unopened.  Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.
    The Project consists of Equipment, Services and Basic Maintenance of Broadband Internal Connections as included in the FCC list of eligible services for Category 2 E-Rate funding for the year 2016.  All bidders are encouraged to register to receive all addenda(s) and updates that are generated for this Project.  Use on the following link to register: http://goo.gl/forms/Zsvd4biHUN
    The project includes two contracts; one for Network Electronics and one for Cabling for each school building.  Respondent may bid one or both contracts but must provide pricing for all facilities for any contract they bid.  Bids and awards related to this RFP are subject to receiving approval for funding through the E-Rate process.  In the event projects are not funded through E-Rate, Wawasee Community School Corporation reserves the right to modify the scope of the project or cancel the project.  Wawasee Community School Corporation reserves the right to adjust quantities prior to purchasing to meet the needs of the corporation. While price will be the most heavily weighted factor in the evaluation of bids, the School Corporation reserves the right to award the proposal to the best-qualified vendor.  Contract(s) will be awarded so all buildings will be have the same manufacturer installed and service provided by a single prime contractor.
    Bids shall be submitted on forms provided in the Project Manual and include a fully executed Indiana State Board of Accounts Form 96 (revised 2005) – “Contractor’s Bid for Public Works”, with a financial statement complying with Section III of Form 96, and a satisfactory Bid Bond or certified check pursuant to I.C. 36-1-9-36, payable to Wawasee Community School Corporation.  Bid Security shall be in the amount of not less than 5% of the total bid price.  Should a successful Bidder withdraw their Bid or otherwise fail to execute a satisfactory Contract the Owner may then declare the Bid security forfeited as liquidated damages.
    Each Bid shall be delivered in a sealed envelope plainly labeled to indicate the following:
    Addressed to:
    Wawasee Community School Corporation
    #1 Warrior Path, Building #2        
    Syracuse, IN 46567
    Attn. FY16 C2 E-RATE Projects – Network Infrastructure Upgrades
    The name and return address of the Bidder
    Note: Provide two copies of bid
    All bid proposals shall be in full compliance with the bid documents which are on file with the Owner and distributed via download from Technology Dynamics or directly off the USAC website.  Bidders may use the registration link to request a copy of the bid documents.  No deposit will be required to download bid documents.
    The successful vendor will be required to file the appropriate SPI reimbursement form (FCC Form 474) directly to and will receive substantial portion of their compensation from the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC).  Further information can be found at their Website www.universalservice.org. The specific filing is 470 application number is 160014623.  Respondent must provide their Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) number on response form in order to be eligible for consideration.
    The Contractor receiving the award shall furnish an approved Performance and Payment Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract amount, which shall cover the faithful performance of the Contract and the payment of all obligations arising thereunder.  Performance and Payment Bonds shall remain in full force and effect for twelve months from the date of acceptance of the Work.
    The Owner expects to award the Contract for the Work to the most responsible and responsive Bidder by the end of March 9th, 2016.  The Owner reserves the right to reject any bid, and to waive irregularities in the Bidding. The form of agreement will be a Purchase Order with the Project Manual document included as an attachment.  
    A Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled for February 8th, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. local time.  Meet at Wawasee High School Main Office.  Attendance at the meeting is recommended
    Questions pertaining to this Project shall be directed in writing to:
    Doug Driscoll
    Technology Dynamics, LLC
    [email protected]
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
    Notice is hereby given that sealed bids for the FY16 Category 2 E-Rate Project - Network Infrastructure for will be received at the offices of the, Wawasee Community School Corporation, #1 Warrior Path, Building #2, Syracuse, IN 46567, until 1:30 p.m. local time, Wednesday, February 24th, 2016.  Bids received after that time will be returned unopened.  Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.
    The Project consists of Equipment, Services and Basic Maintenance of Broadband Internal Connections as included in the FCC list of eligible services for Category 2 E-Rate funding for the year 2016.  All bidders are encouraged to register to receive all addenda(s) and updates that are generated for this Project.  Use on the following link to register: http://goo.gl/forms/Zsvd4biHUN
    The project includes two contracts; one for Network Electronics and one for Cabling for each school building.  Respondent may bid one or both contracts but must provide pricing for all facilities for any contract they bid.  Bids and awards related to this RFP are subject to receiving approval for funding through the E-Rate process.  In the event projects are not funded through E-Rate, Wawasee Community School Corporation reserves the right to modify the scope of the project or cancel the project.  Wawasee Community School Corporation reserves the right to adjust quantities prior to purchasing to meet the needs of the corporation. While price will be the most heavily weighted factor in the evaluation of bids, the School Corporation reserves the right to award the proposal to the best-qualified vendor.  Contract(s) will be awarded so all buildings will be have the same manufacturer installed and service provided by a single prime contractor.
    Bids shall be submitted on forms provided in the Project Manual and include a fully executed Indiana State Board of Accounts Form 96 (revised 2005) – “Contractor’s Bid for Public Works”, with a financial statement complying with Section III of Form 96, and a satisfactory Bid Bond or certified check pursuant to I.C. 36-1-9-36, payable to Wawasee Community School Corporation.  Bid Security shall be in the amount of not less than 5% of the total bid price.  Should a successful Bidder withdraw their Bid or otherwise fail to execute a satisfactory Contract the Owner may then declare the Bid security forfeited as liquidated damages.
    Each Bid shall be delivered in a sealed envelope plainly labeled to indicate the following:
    Addressed to:
    Wawasee Community School Corporation
    #1 Warrior Path, Building #2        
    Syracuse, IN 46567
    Attn. FY16 C2 E-RATE Projects – Network Infrastructure Upgrades
    The name and return address of the Bidder
    Note: Provide two copies of bid
    All bid proposals shall be in full compliance with the bid documents which are on file with the Owner and distributed via download from Technology Dynamics or directly off the USAC website.  Bidders may use the registration link to request a copy of the bid documents.  No deposit will be required to download bid documents.
    The successful vendor will be required to file the appropriate SPI reimbursement form (FCC Form 474) directly to and will receive substantial portion of their compensation from the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC).  Further information can be found at their Website www.universalservice.org. The specific filing is 470 application number is 160014623.  Respondent must provide their Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) number on response form in order to be eligible for consideration.
    The Contractor receiving the award shall furnish an approved Performance and Payment Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract amount, which shall cover the faithful performance of the Contract and the payment of all obligations arising thereunder.  Performance and Payment Bonds shall remain in full force and effect for twelve months from the date of acceptance of the Work.
    The Owner expects to award the Contract for the Work to the most responsible and responsive Bidder by the end of March 9th, 2016.  The Owner reserves the right to reject any bid, and to waive irregularities in the Bidding. The form of agreement will be a Purchase Order with the Project Manual document included as an attachment.  
    A Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled for February 8th, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. local time.  Meet at Wawasee High School Main Office.  Attendance at the meeting is recommended
    Questions pertaining to this Project shall be directed in writing to:
    Doug Driscoll
    Technology Dynamics, LLC
    [email protected]
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