Assabet Valley Reg Voc District - Data Transmission, Internet Access and Internal Connections - Form 470 - 2027
- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cari Balbo
- (207) 770-1746
The 30-second brief
Assabet Valley Regional Vocational District seeks proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 covering Data Transmission, Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance. The scope includes 1GB minimum for school district offices and 3GB minimum for the school, fiber connectivity, 1 firewall with installation and 5-year licensing (Shark UTM or Sophos), 5 switches with 5-year licensing (HPE, Cisco, or Extreme), plus racks, antennas, and related components. Vendors must submit questions and bids to [email protected] and attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled no later than December 4, 2026. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access Service, Firewall Service and Components, Switches, Racks, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components
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Summary
Assabet Valley Regional Vocational District seeks proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 covering Data Transmission, Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance.
The scope includes 1GB minimum for school district offices and 3GB minimum for the school, fiber connectivity, 1 firewall with installation and 5-year licensing (Shark UTM or Sophos), 5 switches with 5-year licensing (HPE, Cisco, or Extreme), plus racks, antennas, and related components. Vendors must submit questions and bids to [email protected] and attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled no later than December 4, 2026. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access Service
- Firewall Service and Components
- Switches
- Racks
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related Components
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
signed addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- MARLBOROUGH, MA
- Reported agency
- ASSABET VALLEY REG VOC DISTRICT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Assabet Valley Regional Vocational Technical?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 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 Cari Balbo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Assabet Valley Regional Vocational Technical in MA, 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 Cari Balbo at (207) 770-1746. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data Transmission and/or Internet Access Service, Firewall Service and Components, Switches, Racks, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components. 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 Assabet Valley Regional Vocational Technical?
All active and historical solicitations from Assabet Valley Regional Vocational Technical are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Assabet Valley Regional Vocational Technical 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 8, 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: signed addenda. Review the full document from Assabet Valley Regional Vocational Technical for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: MARLBOROUGH, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.