The Wentzville R-IV School District is seeking proposals for comprehensive consulting services related to the FCC E-Rate program. The selected consultant will assist the district in maximizing eligible E-Rate funding, ensuring compliance with FCC regulations and USAC requirements, and supporting procurement standards. Key responsibilities include program planning, competitive bidding support, application preparation and submission, program administration, invoicing and reimbursement, and audit compliance. Vendors must have a minimum of five years of E-Rate consulting experience, demonstrated success with K-12 school districts, and familiarity with relevant technology infrastructure and Missouri procurement requirements. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Vendor Registry by June 5, 2026. All questions must be submitted by June 2, 2026. The district reserves the right to reject any proposal and will award to the lowest and most responsible proposer, considering overall operational and educational needs. Vendors must comply with all standard general requirements, including e-Verify participation and background checks for personnel working on district property. Insurance requirements are detailed in the RFP.
The proposal due date is June 5, 2026. The bid notice states, proposal due date: ****.
The bid notice states, Payment is subject to board of education approval and will be made in accordance with the districts established payment cycles.
The bid notice states, The vendor must attach a copy or provide a detailed description of all warranties associated with the equipment or services to be provided.
The bid notice states, The districts standard practice is to award a purchase order to the lowest and most responsible proposer. However, the district will also consider which equipment, products, services, or providers best meet its overall operational and educational needs.
The bid notice states, Proposers shall demonstrate: Minimum of five 5 years of E-Rate consulting experience. Demonstrated success supporting K12 school districts of similar size and complexity. Proven experience with category one and category two funding. Familiarity with largescale network infrastructure, WAN, internet access, wireless, switching, firewallsecurity, and managed internal broadband services. Knowledge of Missouri procurement requirements if applicable. Experience managing FCCUSAC audits and PIA reviews. Strong references from K12 clients.
The bid notice states, The district reserves the right to terminate any resulting agreement upon 30 days written notice if necessary. Grounds for termination may include, but are not limited to: budget constraints, changes in district needs, discontinued use of the product or service, or poor vendor performance.
The bid notice states, questions and information request deadline: ****.
The bid notice states, Contact with other district employees or representatives may result in disqualification. and If the selected vendor fails or refuses to execute the agreement as presented, the district may disqualify the vendor and withdraw the contract award.
