Bonneville Joint School District 93 - WAN Connections RFP - FY2027 - BN27-47002-C1-WAN
Bonneville Joint School District 93School · Idaho Falls, ID- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Karma McBride
- (208) 525-4493
The 30-second brief
Bonneville Joint School District 93 is seeking competitive proposals for wide area network (WAN) connectivity services under E-Rate Funding Year 2027. The project involves fiber-based WAN connectivity, including leased lit fiber Ethernet transport and leased dark fiber services, connecting the District Technology Center to 9 school and district sites in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Services requested include 10 Gbps circuits for the technology center and 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps minimum committed speeds for district locations, along with category one network equipment and maintenance operations. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, with written questions due by October 28, 2026. Proposals are evaluated based on eligible E-Rate cost (40%), technical merit (25%), implementation plan (10%), SLA (10%), qualifications and experience (10%), and references (5%).
Managed lit fiber Ethernet transport, Leased dark fiber transport, 18 fiber strands, Network equipment, Maintenance and operations
Eligible E-Rate Cost: 40, Technical Merit: 25, Implementation Plan: 10, Service Level Agreement: 10, Qualifications and Experience: 10, References: 5
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Summary
Bonneville Joint School District 93 is seeking competitive proposals for wide area network (WAN) connectivity services under E-Rate Funding Year 2027.
The project involves fiber-based WAN connectivity, including leased lit fiber Ethernet transport and leased dark fiber services, connecting the District Technology Center to 9 school and district sites in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Services requested include 10 Gbps circuits for the technology center and 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps minimum committed speeds for district locations, along with category one network equipment and maintenance operations. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, with written questions due by October 28, 2026. Proposals are evaluated based on eligible E-Rate cost (40%), technical merit (25%), implementation plan (10%), SLA (10%), qualifications and experience (10%), and references (5%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Eligible E-Rate Cost: 40
- Technical Merit: 25
- Implementation Plan: 10
- Service Level Agreement: 10
- Qualifications and Experience: 10
- References: 5
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Managed lit fiber Ethernet transport
- Leased dark fiber transport
- 18 fiber strands
- Network equipment
- Maintenance and operations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Proposal narrative
- Bidder description
- Network topology diagrams
- Service architecture description
- Billing process
- Implementation plan
- SLA document
- Pricing response
- Statement of exceptions
- References
- Proposed service agreement
- Submit to
- Bonneville Joint School District #93 Technology Department, 3387 E. Iona Road, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83401, Attention: Karma McBride, or via email at [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Idaho Falls, ID
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bonneville Joint School District 93?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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: Bonneville Joint School District #93 Technology Department, 3387 E. Iona Road, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83401, Attention: Karma McBride, or via email at [email protected]. For questions, contact Karma McBride.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bonneville Joint School District 93 in ID, 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 Karma McBride at (208) 525-4493. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Managed lit fiber Ethernet transport, Leased dark fiber transport, 18 fiber strands, Network equipment, 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: "Eligible E-Rate Cost: 40, Technical Merit: 25, Implementation Plan: 10, Service Level Agreement: 10, Qualifications and Experience: 10, References: 5" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bonneville Joint School District 93?
All active and historical solicitations from Bonneville Joint School District 93 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bonneville Joint School District 93 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 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: Proposal narrative, bidder description, network topology diagrams, service architecture description, billing process, implementation plan, SLA document, pricing response, statement of exceptions, refe. Review the full document from Bonneville Joint School District 93 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Idaho Falls, ID. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.