Active OpportunityInformation TechnologyDetected Jun 14, 2026

Uniontown School District has an active E-Rate Form 470 (470# 260006547) for internet services, and DQE Communications LLC has submitted a formal fiber-based internet access proposal. The offer is for 10 Gbps dedicated internet access at 146 East Fayette Street, Uniontown, PA, with monthly recurring charges of 1699 and optional 10 Gbps DDoS protection for 85 per month, including /29 IP addresses and full fiber construction, maintenance, permitting, and provisioning. 5% reduction in monthly recurring cost, and DQE commits to turning up service by 2026-07-01 if a notification to proceed is received by 2026-02-01.This signal shows that the district is in vendor selection for high-capacity internet and related security services ahead of the 2026-27 funding year, supported by E‑Rate and FCC Lowest Corresponding Price requirements. Competing ISPs, WAN providers, security vendors, and related implementation partners can still influence the outcome or position themselves for complementary services such as network equipment, DDoS alternatives, monitoring, and fiber construction support.

Proposal includes E-Rate SPIN 143026295 and discounted billing; subcontractors Scanlon Fiber Optics and Fiber and Cable Specialists will handle last‑mile fiber installation and aerial/underground construction. Service includes access to DQE’s Customer Control Center portal and 4‑hour mean time to repair per SLA.

Uniontown Area SDUniontown SD 10 Gbps dedicated internet and DDoS proposal

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Pre-RFP signals like this typically surface 6–18 months before a formal RFP is posted. Vendors who engage during the planning window help shape requirements, build relationships with decision-makers, and position ahead of the competition before the solicitation goes public.

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Where this sits in the buying cycle

Now

Capital plan & early discussion

Next 1–2 Q

Scoping & vendor outreach window

6–18 mo

RFP / solicitation posted

Later

Award & contract

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What is a pre-RFP signal?

A pre-RFP signal is an early indicator that a government agency is planning a purchase — a project discussed in a board meeting, a budget line item, a new hire, or a grant award — captured before a formal RFP or bid is published. Acting on signals gives SLED and B2G vendors months of lead time to build relationships and shape requirements.

When will Uniontown Area SD issue an RFP for this project?

Pre-RFP signals typically surface 6–18 months before a formal solicitation is published. Civic IQ tracks Uniontown Area SD's meeting records, agendas, and budgets continuously and updates this signal as the project moves through the buying cycle toward an RFP.

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