Community High School District 218 - 10 Gbps Dedicated Internet Access Services - 270001105 (2027)
Chsd 218School · Oak Lawn, IL- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Timothy Prost
- (708) 424-2000 ext 2511
The 30-second brief
Community High School District 218 is seeking proposals for 10 Gbps access and 10 Gbps port dedicated internet access to Shepard High School, located at 13049 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL. The scope includes unmanaged leased lit fiber services including internet access, with pricing requested for 24, 36, and 60-month contract options, along with any special construction one-time costs as applicable. Bidders must list any e-rate ineligible products, services, or components separately and provide eligibility percentages. Proposals are being accepted under FCC Form 470 application number 270001105 for Funding Year 2027 through November 20, 2026.
10 Gbps access/10 Gbps port dedicated internet access; unmanaged leased lit fiber with internet access; 24, 36 and 60 month contract options
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Summary
Community High School District 218 is seeking proposals for 10 Gbps access and 10 Gbps port dedicated internet access to Shepard High School, located at 13049 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL. The scope includes unmanaged leased lit fiber services including internet access, with pricing requested for 24, 36, and 60-month contract options, along with any special construction one-time costs as applicable.
Bidders must list any e-rate ineligible products, services, or components separately and provide eligibility percentages. Proposals are being accepted under FCC Form 470 application number 270001105 for Funding Year 2027 through November 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 10 Gbps access/10 Gbps port dedicated internet access
- Unmanaged leased lit fiber with internet access
- 24, 36 and 60 month contract options
- Scope location
- Oak Lawn, IL
- Reported agency
- Community High School District 218
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chsd 218?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Timothy Prost.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chsd 218 in IL, 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 Timothy Prost at (708) 424-2000 ext 2511. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 10 Gbps access/10 Gbps port dedicated internet access; unmanaged leased lit fiber with internet access; 24, 36 and 60 month contract options. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chsd 218?
All active and historical solicitations from Chsd 218 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Chsd 218 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 20, 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. Review the full document from Chsd 218 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oak Lawn, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.