Catawba County Library System RFP for WAN Digital Transmission Service - 270002929
Catawba CountyCounty · Newton, NC- Due
- Nov 26, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Regina Reitzel
- (828) 465-8292
The 30-second brief
Catawba County Library System (CCLS) is seeking E-Rate eligible digital transmission WAN services and Internet access between the Main Branch in Newton, NC, St. Stephens Branch in Hickory, NC, Sherrills Ford/Terrell Branch in Terrell, NC, and Southwest Branch in the Mountain View area of Hickory, NC. The scope involves an all-fiber, fault-tolerant, self-healing, clear channel Wide Area Network (WAN) with minimum capacity of 100 Mbps to maximum capacity of 1 Gbps across 4 eligible entities. The contract term is 60 months, contingent upon E-Rate funding approval for funding year 2027. Proposals are due by November 26, 2026, and must be submitted to the Catawba County Library System in Newton, NC. Evaluation criteria include price as the highest weighted factor, accuracy of bid response, service level agreement (SLA), experience, and qualifications.
Data transmission and/or internet access service, 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps WAN connectivity across 4 locations
Price (highest weighted factor), Accuracy of Bid Response, Service Level Agreement, Experience, Qualifications
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Summary
Catawba County Library System (CCLS) is seeking E-Rate eligible digital transmission WAN services and Internet access between the Main Branch in Newton, NC, St.
Stephens Branch in Hickory, NC, Sherrills Ford/Terrell Branch in Terrell, NC, and Southwest Branch in the Mountain View area of Hickory, NC. The scope involves an all-fiber, fault-tolerant, self-healing, clear channel Wide Area Network (WAN) with minimum capacity of 100 Mbps to maximum capacity of 1 Gbps across 4 eligible entities. The contract term is 60 months, contingent upon E-Rate funding approval for funding year 2027. Proposals are due by November 26, 2026, and must be submitted to the Catawba County Library System in Newton, NC. Evaluation criteria include price as the highest weighted factor, accuracy of bid response, service level agreement (SLA), experience, and qualifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price (highest weighted factor)
- Accuracy of Bid Response
- Service Level Agreement
- Experience
- Qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Data transmission and/or internet access service, 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps WAN connectivity across 4 locations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Narrative
- Price Evaluation Form (Attachment A)
- Alternate Price Evaluation Form (Attachment B)
- Qualifications Form (Attachment C)
- Reference Disclosure Form (Attachment D)
- Service Agreement
- Submit to
- [email protected] or Catawba County Library System, 115 West C Street, Newton, NC 28658
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Newton, NC
- Reported agency
- Catawba County Library
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Catawba County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 26, 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] or Catawba County Library System, 115 West C Street, Newton, NC 28658. For questions, contact Regina Reitzel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Catawba County in NC, 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 Regina Reitzel at (828) 465-8292. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data transmission and/or internet access service, 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps WAN connectivity across 4 locations. 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 (highest weighted factor), Accuracy of Bid Response, Service Level Agreement, Experience, Qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Catawba County?
All active and historical solicitations from Catawba County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Catawba 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 26, 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, Price Evaluation Form (Attachment A), Alternate Price Evaluation Form (Attachment B), Qualifications Form (Attachment C), Reference Disclosure Form (Attachment D), Service Agreemen. Review the full document from Catawba 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: Newton, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.