Clinton Public School District - E-Rate Category 1 WAN and Internet Access RFP 2027
Clinton Public School DistrictSchool · Clinton, MS- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Millie Rollins
- (662) 630-0118
The 30-second brief
Clinton Public School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Category 1 services including Wide Area Network (WAN) high-speed data services and Internet Access for 12 eligible school entities. The project involves 1Gbps to 25Gbps circuits to connect schools to the central host site at 201 Easthaven Drive, Clinton, MS, with upgrade options up to 10Gbps per school and 40Gbps host circuit. The RFP covers a 3 or 5 year contract term with price redetermination provisions. Mandatory vendor meeting is scheduled for November 10th, 2026, and bids are due by December 8th, 2026. Required submissions include service quotes showing E-rate eligible and ineligible costs, references for three similar installations, help desk procedures, disaster recovery plan, and staff certifications.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Standalone Internet Access Service, Standalone Data Transmission Service
Price, Technical Specifications, Technical Certifications of Vendor Staff, Number of Service Staff within close proximity to Clinton, Mississippi, Vendor response time, Turnkey Solution, Ease of Use, Experience with Vendor
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Summary
Clinton Public School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Category 1 services including Wide Area Network (WAN) high-speed data services and Internet Access for 12 eligible school entities.
The project involves 1Gbps to 25Gbps circuits to connect schools to the central host site at 201 Easthaven Drive, Clinton, MS, with upgrade options up to 10Gbps per school and 40Gbps host circuit. The RFP covers a 3 or 5 year contract term with price redetermination provisions. Mandatory vendor meeting is scheduled for November 10th, 2026, and bids are due by December 8th, 2026. Required submissions include service quotes showing E-rate eligible and ineligible costs, references for three similar installations, help desk procedures, disaster recovery plan, and staff certifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price
- Technical Specifications
- Technical Certifications of Vendor Staff
- Number of Service Staff within close proximity to Clinton
- Mississippi
- Vendor response time
- Turnkey Solution
- Ease of Use
- Experience with Vendor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access
- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- Standalone Internet Access Service
- Standalone Data Transmission Service
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Service Provider Quote to include upgrade paths and pricing, Description of Help Desk Procedures, Description of Service Response Procedures, Service Providers Disaster Recovery Plan, Description or list of service locations that will provide service and support, 3 References for similar installations, Full Description of the Network Service to be provided, Diagram of proposed network, Warranty Documentation, Complete description of The Service Provider's NOC, Vendor staff qualifications and certifications
- Submit to
- Clinton Public Schools, 201 Easthaven, Clinton, MS 39060
- Scope location
- Clinton, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Clinton Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 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: Clinton Public Schools, 201 Easthaven, Clinton, MS 39060. For questions, contact Millie Rollins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Clinton Public School District in MS, 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 Millie Rollins at (662) 630-0118. 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, Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Standalone Internet Access Service, Standalone Data Transmission Service. 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, Technical Specifications, Technical Certifications of Vendor Staff, Number of Service Staff within close proximity to Clinton, Mississippi, Vendor response time, Turnkey Solution, Ease of Use,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Clinton Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Clinton Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Clinton Public School District 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 8, 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: Service Provider Quote to include upgrade paths and pricing, Description of Help Desk Procedures, Description of Service Response Procedures, Service Providers Disaster Recovery Plan, Description or l. Review the full document from Clinton Public 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: Clinton, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.