Babylon Union Free School District Wide Area Network Transport Services RFP - 270000503 (2026)
Babylon Union Free School DistrictSchool · Babylon, NY- Due
- Jan 4, 2027
- 53 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Deirdre Lunetta
- (631) 893-7914
The 30-second brief
Babylon Union Free School District is seeking proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) Transport services under FCC Form 470 #270000503 for Funding Year 2027. The scope includes leased dark fiber network infrastructure with 12 strands connected per location, leased lit fiber, and maintenance and operations services connecting hub and endpoint school district locations in Babylon, NY. Vendors are requested to provide 12-month and 36-month pricing with bandwidth options scaled from 2 Gbps to 5 Gbps. Proposals must be submitted via email by January 4, 2027, with questions due by November 30, 2026. Required submissions include a completed pricing attachment in xlsx format, SPIN, service provider terms, and compliance with E-Rate guidelines.
Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Category One Maintenance and Operations
Cost of E-Rate eligible services
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Summary
Babylon Union Free School District is seeking proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) Transport services under FCC Form 470 #270000503 for Funding Year 2027.
The scope includes leased dark fiber network infrastructure with 12 strands connected per location, leased lit fiber, and maintenance and operations services connecting hub and endpoint school district locations in Babylon, NY. Vendors are requested to provide 12-month and 36-month pricing with bandwidth options scaled from 2 Gbps to 5 Gbps. Proposals must be submitted via email by January 4, 2027, with questions due by November 30, 2026. Required submissions include a completed pricing attachment in xlsx format, SPIN, service provider terms, and compliance with E-Rate guidelines.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of E-Rate eligible services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Leased Dark Fiber
- Leased Lit Fiber
- Category One Maintenance and Operations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Applicant name
- Form 470 number
- SPIN
- Clear indication of service offering
- Service provider's terms and conditions
- Completed Pricing Attachment in xlsx format
- Scope location
- Babylon, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Babylon Union Free School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 4, 2027. 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], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Deirdre Lunetta.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Babylon Union Free School District in NY, 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 Deirdre Lunetta at (631) 893-7914. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Category One Maintenance and Operations. 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: "Cost of E-Rate eligible services" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Babylon Union Free School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Babylon Union Free School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Babylon Union Free School District 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 4, 2027, 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: Applicant name, Form 470 number, SPIN, Clear indication of service offering, Service provider's terms and conditions, Completed Pricing Attachment in xlsx format. Review the full document from Babylon Union Free School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Babylon, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.