Cedar Cliff Local School District Managed Internal Broadband Services RFP 2027
Cedar Cliff Local SchoolsSchool · Cedarville, OH- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Brandi Thompson
- (937) 766-6000 ext 2101
The 30-second brief
Cedar Cliff Local School District seeks competitive bids for a Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) contract to operate, manage, and monitor wired and wireless network infrastructure across two facilities in Cedarville, Ohio. The scope includes 24x7x365 network monitoring, management, firmware and software updates, patch management, initial and ongoing configurations, remote support, guaranteed on-site technical support, installation and configuration of new hardware, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC) licensing. The inventory to be managed and upgraded includes Cisco switches and Cisco Meraki wireless access points (APs), such as models C9300-48UXM, C9200L-48PXG-4X, WS-C2960X, and Meraki MR42, MR70, MR76, and CW9174I units. Proposals must offer options for 3-year and 5-year contract terms. A mandatory site walk-through is required for eligibility. Submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Evaluation is based on price, technical capabilities, SLA, prior experience, local vendor status, and discounted billing agreement.
Managed Internal Broadband Services, Operations & Monitoring, Support Delivery, New Deployment Services, Licensing & Support
Price of the eligible goods and services (50), Technical Capabilities & SLA (20), Prior experience with vendor (15), Local or In-state vendor (10), Agreement to offer discounted billing (SPI Method) (5)
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Summary
Cedar Cliff Local School District seeks competitive bids for a Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) contract to operate, manage, and monitor wired and wireless network infrastructure across two facilities in Cedarville, Ohio.
The scope includes 24x7x365 network monitoring, management, firmware and software updates, patch management, initial and ongoing configurations, remote support, guaranteed on-site technical support, installation and configuration of new hardware, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC) licensing. The inventory to be managed and upgraded includes Cisco switches and Cisco Meraki wireless access points (APs), such as models C9300-48UXM, C9200L-48PXG-4X, WS-C2960X, and Meraki MR42, MR70, MR76, and CW9174I units. Proposals must offer options for 3-year and 5-year contract terms. A mandatory site walk-through is required for eligibility. Submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Evaluation is based on price, technical capabilities, SLA, prior experience, local vendor status, and discounted billing agreement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Managed Internal Broadband Services
- Operations & Monitoring
- Support Delivery
- New Deployment Services
- Licensing & Support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- E-Rate SPIN documentation
- USAC Discounted Billing (FCC Form 472/SPI method) agreement
- Service Level Agreement (SLA)
- Active engineering-level certifications
- Three client references
- Sample Managed Service Agreement (MSA)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Cedarville, OH
- Reported agency
- Cedar Cliff Local School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cedar Cliff Local Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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 Brandi Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cedar Cliff Local Schools 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 Brandi Thompson at (937) 766-6000 ext 2101. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Managed Internal Broadband Services, Operations & Monitoring, Support Delivery, New Deployment Services, Licensing & Support. 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 of the eligible goods and services (50), Technical Capabilities & SLA (20), Prior experience with vendor (15), Local or In-state vendor (10), Agreement to offer discounted billing (SPI Method) (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cedar Cliff Local Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Cedar Cliff Local Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Cedar Cliff Local Schools 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 3, 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: E-Rate SPIN documentation, USAC Discounted Billing (FCC Form 472/SPI method) agreement, Service Level Agreement (SLA), active engineering-level certifications, three client references, sample Managed. Review the full document from Cedar Cliff Local Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cedarville, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
