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Anderson County School District 2 Leased Lit or Dark Fiber Services RFP ANDS2-2026-001

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Due
Feb 12, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Dec 19, 2025
Contract term
10 years
Primary contact
[email protected]

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Anderson County School District 2 is seeking proposals for a fiber-based network infrastructure proposal for the ANDS2 Wide Area Network solution. The contract award is expected to occur no later than March 23, 2026.

What you must deliver

One (1) original, FOUR (4) additional hardcopies, and ONE (1) electronic copy on a USB drive to the District. One (1) additional copy to Service Associates. Detailed technical descriptions, cost proposals, and any required documentation.

How it's scored

Purchase price (30 points), Reputation of the Vendor (10 points), Quality of goods or services (15 points), Extent to which goods or services meet needs (10 points), Vendor's past relationship (10 points), Long-term cost (10 points), Extent to which vendor agrees to deviations (10 points), Other relevant factors (5 points).

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Summary

Anderson County School District 2 is seeking proposals for a fiber-based network infrastructure proposal for the ANDS2 Wide Area Network solution. The contract award is expected to occur no later than March 23, 2026.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Purchase price30 pts
Reputation of the Vendor10 pts
Quality of goods or services15 pts
Extent to which goods or services meet needs10 pts
Vendor's past relationship10 pts
Long-term cost10 pts
Extent to which vendor agrees to deviations10 pts
Other relevant factors5 pts

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

One (1) original, FOUR (4) additional hardcopies, and ONE (1) electronic copy on a USB drive to the District. One (1) additional copy to Service Associates. Detailed technical descriptions, cost proposals, and any required documentation.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Signed copy of the proposal form (pages 1 & 2), Proposal Certification (pages 1 & 2), Lowest Corresponding Price Certification (page 29).

Submit to
ANDERSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2, ATTN: Director of Technology, 10990 Belton-Honea Path Highway, Honea Path, SC 29654
Duration
120 months
Scope location
Seven instructional locations and one administrative office.
Reported agency
Anderson County School District 2

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Anderson School District 2?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 12, 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: ANDERSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2, ATTN: Director of Technology, 10990 Belton-Honea Path Highway, Honea Path, SC 29654. For questions, contact [email protected].

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Anderson School District 2 in SC, 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 [email protected]. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) original, FOUR (4) additional hardcopies, and ONE (1) electronic copy on a USB drive to the District. One (1) additional copy to Service Associates. Detailed technical descriptions, cost proposals, and any required documentation.. 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: "Purchase price (30 points), Reputation of the Vendor (10 points), Quality of goods or services (15 points), Extent to which goods or services meet needs (10 points), Vendor's past relationship (10 poi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Anderson School District 2?

All active and historical solicitations from Anderson School District 2 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Anderson School District 2 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

What is the contract term for this solicitation?

The anticipated contract term is 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.

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: Signed copy of the proposal form (pages 1 & 2), Proposal Certification (pages 1 & 2), Lowest Corresponding Price Certification (page 29).. Review the full document from Anderson School District 2 for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Seven instructional locations and one administrative office.. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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