Colquitt County Schools - FY27 Internet Access and WAN RFP - 270000363
Colquitt County School DistrictSchool · Moultrie, GA- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jarrod Brogdon
- (229) 890-6200 ext 10011
The 30-second brief
Colquitt County Schools is requesting competitive proposals for E-Rate eligible Category One services, specifically dedicated Internet Access (IA) and Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services for Funding Year 2027. The scope of work includes a minimum 5 Gbps dedicated symmetrical Internet Access service at the District Office (710 Lane Street, Moultrie, GA) and 1 Gbps to 10 Gbps Layer 3 Ethernet transport connecting the hub site to 17 district schools and facilities across Colquitt County, Georgia. The procurement requires fully managed services, 24/7 network monitoring via a Network Operations Center (NOC), robust Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and implementation plans. Proposals are due by November 25, 2026, with questions due by October 23, 2026. The contract terms include 36-month and 60-month options with two optional one-year extensions. Pricing of eligible E-Rate services will be evaluated together as the primary weighted factor (35%).
5 Gbps dedicated symmetrical Internet Access service; 10 Gbps and 1 Gbps Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services; static public IPv4 addresses; managed router and Layer 3 routing configuration; pricing worksheet
Price of eligible Internet Access and WAN services, evaluated together, 35%; Technical solution and compliance with requested scope, bandwidth, Layer 3 routing, scalability, and resiliency, 25%; Experience, references, support capability, and Service Level Agreement commitments, 20%; Implementation and transition plan, 10%; Completeness of response, assurances, and E-Rate compliance documentation, 10%
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Summary
Colquitt County Schools is requesting competitive proposals for E-Rate eligible Category One services, specifically dedicated Internet Access (IA) and Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services for Funding Year 2027.
The scope of work includes a minimum 5 Gbps dedicated symmetrical Internet Access service at the District Office (710 Lane Street, Moultrie, GA) and 1 Gbps to 10 Gbps Layer 3 Ethernet transport connecting the hub site to 17 district schools and facilities across Colquitt County, Georgia. The procurement requires fully managed services, 24/7 network monitoring via a Network Operations Center (NOC), robust Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and implementation plans. Proposals are due by November 25, 2026, with questions due by October 23, 2026. The contract terms include 36-month and 60-month options with two optional one-year extensions. Pricing of eligible E-Rate services will be evaluated together as the primary weighted factor (35%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price of eligible Internet Access and WAN services, evaluated together, 35%
- Technical solution and compliance with requested scope, bandwidth, Layer 3 routing, scalability, and resiliency, 25%
- Experience, references, support capability, and Service Level Agreement commitments, 20%
- Implementation and transition plan, 10%
- Completeness of response, assurances, and E-Rate compliance documentation, 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 5 Gbps dedicated symmetrical Internet Access service
- 10 Gbps and 1 Gbps Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services
- Static public IPv4 addresses
- Managed router and Layer 3 routing configuration
- Pricing worksheet
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Completed pricing worksheet
- Completed and signed Vendor Certification page
- Written implementation and transition plan
- Service Level Agreement information
- Three customer references
- Completed Exceptions worksheet
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Moultrie, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Colquitt County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 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], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Jarrod Brogdon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Colquitt County School District in GA, 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 Jarrod Brogdon at (229) 890-6200 ext 10011. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 5 Gbps dedicated symmetrical Internet Access service; 10 Gbps and 1 Gbps Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services; static public IPv4 addresses; managed router and Layer 3 routing configuration; pricing worksheet. 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 eligible Internet Access and WAN services, evaluated together, 35%; Technical solution and compliance with requested scope, bandwidth, Layer 3 routing, scalability, and resiliency, 25%; Exper..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Colquitt County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Colquitt County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Colquitt County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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: Completed pricing worksheet, Completed and signed Vendor Certification page, Written implementation and transition plan, Service Level Agreement information, Three customer references, Completed Excep. Review the full document from Colquitt County 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: Moultrie, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.