City of Somerville - E-Rate Broadband Internet Access and Router Services RFP 2027 - 270000612
Somerville School DistrictSchool · Somerville, MA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lisa Gionet
- (580) 332-1444
The 30-second brief
City of Somerville is requesting proposals for E-Rate Category One broadband internet access and leased on-premises router services for Funding Year 2027-28 under FCC Form 470 #270000612. The scope includes data transmission and internet access services, incremental bandwidth options from 10 Gbps to 25 Gbps, static IP addresses, network equipment, and connection to the applicant's LAN across 12 eligible school entity locations. Proposals must be submitted online via the Bonfire portal by November 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM CDT. Pricing must include monthly recurring charges, one-time charges, and compliance with E-Rate rules. Evaluation will prioritize the price of E-Rate eligible items, prior experience, personnel qualifications, responsiveness, and technical merit.
Price-E-Rate eligible items 30 points, Price-Other Costs 5 points, Prior Experience 20 points, Personnel Qualifications 10 points, Responsiveness 15 points, Technical Merit 20 points
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Summary
City of Somerville is requesting proposals for E-Rate Category One broadband internet access and leased on-premises router services for Funding Year 2027-28 under FCC Form 470 #270000612.
The scope includes data transmission and internet access services, incremental bandwidth options from 10 Gbps to 25 Gbps, static IP addresses, network equipment, and connection to the applicant's LAN across 12 eligible school entity locations. Proposals must be submitted online via the Bonfire portal by November 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM CDT. Pricing must include monthly recurring charges, one-time charges, and compliance with E-Rate rules. Evaluation will prioritize the price of E-Rate eligible items, prior experience, personnel qualifications, responsiveness, and technical merit.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price-E-Rate eligible items 30 points
- Price-Other Costs 5 points
- Prior Experience 20 points
- Personnel Qualifications 10 points
- Responsiveness 15 points
- Technical Merit 20 points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- FCC Form 498 ID (Service Provider Identification Number)
- FCC Registration Number (FCC RN)
- Contracts or legally binding agreements
- Attachment A - Pricing Cover Sheet
- Attachment B – Certifications
- Experience
- References
- Submit to
- https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal
- Scope location
- Somerville, MA
- Reported agency
- City of Somerville
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Somerville School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal. For questions, contact Lisa Gionet.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Somerville School District in MA, 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 Lisa Gionet at (580) 332-1444. 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-E-Rate eligible items 30 points, Price-Other Costs 5 points, Prior Experience 20 points, Personnel Qualifications 10 points, Responsiveness 15 points, Technical Merit 20 points" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Somerville School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Somerville School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Somerville School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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: FCC Form 498 ID (Service Provider Identification Number), FCC Registration Number (FCC RN), Contracts or legally binding agreements, Attachment A - Pricing Cover Sheet, Attachment B – Certifications,. Review the full document from Somerville School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Somerville, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.