Caston School Corporation - FY2027 C1 Internet Access RFP Caston SC - 270003085 (2026)
Caston School CorporationSchool · Rochester, IN- Due
- Dec 16, 2026
- 43 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Dan Williams
- (574) 598-8000
The 30-second brief
Caston School Corporation seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services for funding year 2027 under FCC Form 470 #270003085. The scope includes symmetrical bandwidth at 1 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the applicant's head-end located at Caston Junior Senior High School, 9815 Indiana Highway 25, Rochester, Indiana 46975, beginning July 1, 2027. Vendors must provide laddered pricing, 6 +/- public IPv4 addresses, and optional pricing for additional IPv4 or IPv6 addresses. All proposals must reflect LCP, GSA pricing, and applicable governmental unit discounts. Bids should be e-mailed to Dan Williams, Technology Director, by 1:00 PM EST on December 16, 2026, with technical questions due by November 16, 2026.
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Summary
Caston School Corporation seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services for funding year 2027 under FCC Form 470 #270003085.
The scope includes symmetrical bandwidth at 1 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the applicant's head-end located at Caston Junior Senior High School, 9815 Indiana Highway 25, Rochester, Indiana 46975, beginning July 1, 2027. Vendors must provide laddered pricing, 6 +/- public IPv4 addresses, and optional pricing for additional IPv4 or IPv6 addresses. All proposals must reflect LCP, GSA pricing, and applicable governmental unit discounts. Bids should be e-mailed to Dan Williams, Technology Director, by 1:00 PM EST on December 16, 2026, with technical questions due by November 16, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003085/130476/22852607-FY2027%20C1%20Internet%20Access%20RFP%20Caston%20SC.pdf
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Rochester, IN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Caston School Corporation?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Dan Williams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Caston School Corporation in IN, 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 Dan Williams at (574) 598-8000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Caston School Corporation?
All active and historical solicitations from Caston School Corporation are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Caston School Corporation 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 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 16, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270003085/130476/22852607-FY2027%20C1%20Internet%20Access%20RFP%20Caston%20SC.pdf. Review the full document from Caston School Corporation for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rochester, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.