Allen County Public Library - RFP Bookmobiles ACPL FY2027 - Form 470 # 270003056
Allen CountyCounty · Fort Wayne, IN- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kevin Wells
- (260) 421-1263
The 30-second brief
Allen County Public Library seeks bids for commercial wireless service, data plans, and associated equipment necessary to provide Wi-Fi within its mobile Bookmobiles under FCC Form 470 application number 270003056 for E-Rate Funding Year 2027. The requested services include data transmission and internet access for cellular data plan/air card service with a quantity of 5 lines, minimum capacity 10 Mbps and maximum capacity 1 Gbps, including installation and initial configuration. Bids should be emailed to Kevin Wells at [email protected] by 12:00pm EST on Thursday, 12/3/2026, referencing Form 470 # 270003056. Vendors must provide their E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and separate eligible and ineligible services by line item. Technical questions must be submitted no later than 12:00pm EST on Monday, 11/16/2026.
Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service (quantity 5 lines, 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps, With installation and initial configuration)
Price
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Summary
Allen County Public Library seeks bids for commercial wireless service, data plans, and associated equipment necessary to provide Wi-Fi within its mobile Bookmobiles under FCC Form 470 application number 270003056 for E-Rate Funding Year 2027.
The requested services include data transmission and internet access for cellular data plan/air card service with a quantity of 5 lines, minimum capacity 10 Mbps and maximum capacity 1 Gbps, including installation and initial configuration. Bids should be emailed to Kevin Wells at [email protected] by 12:00pm EST on Thursday, 12/3/2026, referencing Form 470 # 270003056. Vendors must provide their E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and separate eligible and ineligible services by line item. Technical questions must be submitted no later than 12:00pm EST on Monday, 11/16/2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service (quantity 5 lines, 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps, With installation and initial configuration)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- FORT WAYNE, IN
- Reported agency
- Allen County Public Library
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Allen County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kevin Wells.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Allen County in IN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kevin Wells at (260) 421-1263. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service (quantity 5 lines, 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps, With installation and initial configuration). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Allen County?
All active and historical solicitations from Allen County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Allen County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: E-Rate Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN). Review the full document from Allen County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: FORT WAYNE, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.