Carroll County Board of Commissioners Broadband Expansion Project RFP 2026
Carroll CountyCounty · Carroll County, OH- Due
- Jul 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 7 years
- Primary contact
- Sean O'Malley
The 30-second brief
Carroll County seeks ISPs to expand broadband access to 236 eligible locations across 61 hexes. The project utilizes a Broadband as a Service (BaaS) model with $1.85 million in ARC grant funding. Proposals are due July 1, 2026.
Notice of intent, Electronic proposal in PDF format, Word version of RFP document
Business Profile (15), Geographic Extent and Pricing (25), Proposed Network Design (25), Residential and Small Business Services (25), Enterprise Services (10)
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Summary
Carroll County seeks ISPs to expand broadband access to 236 eligible locations across 61 hexes. The project utilizes a Broadband as a Service (BaaS) model with $1.85 million in ARC grant funding. Proposals are due July 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Notice of intent
- Electronic proposal in PDF format
- Word version of RFP document
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Fabric IDs, H3R8 hex codes
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Carroll County, OH
- Reported agency
- Carroll County Board of Commissioners
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Carroll County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Sean O'Malley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Carroll County 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 Sean O'Malley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Notice of intent, Electronic proposal in PDF format, Word version of RFP document. 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: "Business Profile (15), Geographic Extent and Pricing (25), Proposed Network Design (25), Residential and Small Business Services (25), Enterprise Services (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Carroll County?
All active and historical solicitations from Carroll County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Carroll County 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 7 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: Fabric IDs, H3R8 hex codes. Review the full document from Carroll County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Carroll County, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.