Bedford City School District Internal Connections, Maintenance, and Managed Broadband Services RFP 2026
Bedford City SchoolsSchool · Bedford, OH- Due
- Mar 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Tad Ellsworth
The 30-second brief
Bedford City School District is soliciting proposals for network hardware, installation, and managed broadband services for two new school buildings. Bids are due March 25, 2026, and must include turn-key solutions for E-rate Funding Year 2026.
Sealed bids, Vendor contract, USAC SPIN number, Turn-key solution installation and testing
Price (heaviest weight), prior experience, technical capability, quality of work, qualification of personnel, ability to deliver turn-key solution
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Summary
Bedford City School District is soliciting proposals for network hardware, installation, and managed broadband services for two new school buildings. Bids are due March 25, 2026, and must include turn-key solutions for E-rate Funding Year 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price (heaviest weight)
- Prior experience
- Technical capability
- Quality of work
- Qualification of personnel
- Ability to deliver turn-key solution
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Sealed bids
- Vendor contract
- USAC SPIN number
- Turn-key solution installation and testing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1
- Submit to
- Bedford City School District’s Board Office, 3 Hemisphere Way, Bedford OH 44146
- Scope location
- Bedford, OH
- Reported agency
- Bedford City School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bedford City Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 25, 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: Bedford City School District’s Board Office, 3 Hemisphere Way, Bedford OH 44146. For questions, contact Tad Ellsworth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bedford City Schools in OH, 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 Tad Ellsworth. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids, Vendor contract, USAC SPIN number, Turn-key solution installation and testing. 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 (heaviest weight), prior experience, technical capability, quality of work, qualification of personnel, ability to deliver turn-key solution" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bedford City Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Bedford City Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bedford City Schools 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 5 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: Attachment 1. Review the full document from Bedford City Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bedford, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.