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Canby School District 86 - Leased Fiber Services WAN Transport - 2027-CANBY SD-C1 WAN

Canby School District 86
Due
Dec 1, 2026
34 days left
Posted
Oct 6, 2026
Contract term
5 years
Primary contact
Keli Rickman
(503) 266-7861

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Canby School District 86 seeks proposals for E-Rate eligible Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services under RFP 2027-CANBY SD-C1 WAN. The project encompasses leased dark fiber (10 fiber strands) and leased lit fiber (25 Gbps to 50 Gbps) connecting district facilities including Baker Prairie Middle School, Canby High School, Carus Elementary School, Ninety-One Elementary School, and William Knight Elementary School in Canby and Oregon City, Oregon. The awarded services will support educational programs, business operations, and public safety communications with an expected availability by July 1, 2027. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST via the electronic submission portal. Requirements include USAC registration with a valid SPIN, E-Rate compliance, fiber pathway maps, and SLAs ensuring 99.99% availability.

What you must deliver

Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber

How it's scored

Recurring and Non-Recurring Costs (30), Ability to Support Requirements (20), Service Reliability (20), Timeline (10), Scalability (5), Proposed Contract Terms & Conditions (5), Proposal Completion (5), References (5)

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Summary

Canby School District 86 seeks proposals for E-Rate eligible Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services under RFP 2027-CANBY SD-C1 WAN. The project encompasses leased dark fiber (10 fiber strands) and leased lit fiber (25 Gbps to 50 Gbps) connecting district facilities including Baker Prairie Middle School, Canby High School, Carus Elementary School, Ninety-One Elementary School, and William Knight Elementary School in Canby and Oregon City, Oregon.

The awarded services will support educational programs, business operations, and public safety communications with an expected availability by July 1, 2027. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST via the electronic submission portal. Requirements include USAC registration with a valid SPIN, E-Rate compliance, fiber pathway maps, and SLAs ensuring 99.99% availability.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Recurring and Non-Recurring Costs30
Ability to Support Requirements20
Service Reliability20
Timeline10
Scalability5
Proposed Contract Terms & Conditions5
Proposal Completion5
References5

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

8
  • Cost Proposal Form (Attachment A)
  • Special Construction Worksheet (Attachment B)
  • Proposer Information and Certification Sheet (Attachment C)
  • Responsibility Inquiry (Attachment D)
  • Certified Disadvantaged Business Outreach Plan (Attachment E)
  • Disclosure Exemption Affidavit (Attachment F)
  • Special Construction Cost Allocation Scenarios (Attachment G)
  • Checklist (Attachment H)
Submit to
https://erate.imesd.k12.or.us/submission/d5710ee76d5975748542
Duration
60 months
Scope location
Canby, OR

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Canby School District 86?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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: https://erate.imesd.k12.or.us/submission/d5710ee76d5975748542. For questions, contact Keli Rickman.

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

Most government agencies, including Canby School District 86 in OR, 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 Keli Rickman at (503) 266-7861. 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. 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: "Recurring and Non-Recurring Costs (30), Ability to Support Requirements (20), Service Reliability (20), Timeline (10), Scalability (5), Proposed Contract Terms & Conditions (5), Proposal Completion (5..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Canby School District 86?

All active and historical solicitations from Canby School District 86 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Canby School District 86 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.

Is this solicitation still open for submissions?

Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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: Cost Proposal Form (Attachment A), Special Construction Worksheet (Attachment B), Proposer Information and Certification Sheet (Attachment C), Responsibility Inquiry (Attachment D), Certified Disadvan. Review the full document from Canby School District 86 for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Canby, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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