Covington County School District Network Upgrade Project RFP 2026-27
Covington County School DistrictSchool · Collins, MS- Due
- Mar 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Will Beasley
- (601) 765-8247
The 30-second brief
Covington County School District is seeking statements of qualifications and proposals for a network upgrade project, including installation and configuration of network equipment, a network backbone upgrade, and a district-wide wireless refresh. The project is for the FY2026-27 E-Rate cycle.
Statements of qualifications, Proposals, Electronic format on one jumpdrive
Price of eligible equipment, services & warranties; Management integration with the current network; Prior experience with the district; Preference to Mississippi-based companies; Company provides all services (no subcontractors); Personnel qualifications and professionalism
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Summary
Covington County School District is seeking statements of qualifications and proposals for a network upgrade project, including installation and configuration of network equipment, a network backbone upgrade, and a district-wide wireless refresh. The project is for the FY2026-27 E-Rate cycle.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price of eligible equipment, services & warranties
- Management integration with the current network
- Prior experience with the district
- Preference to Mississippi-based companies
- Company provides all services (no subcontractors)
- Personnel qualifications and professionalism
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Statements of qualifications
- Proposals
- Electronic format on one jumpdrive
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Statements of qualifications
- Proposals
- Contract documents
- Service Level Agreement (SLA)
- References
- Submit to
- Covington County School District, 108 Main St, Collins, MS 39428
- Scope location
- Collins, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Covington County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 27, 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: Covington County School District, 108 Main St, Collins, MS 39428. For questions, contact Will Beasley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Covington County 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 Will Beasley at (601) 765-8247. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of qualifications, Proposals, Electronic format on one jumpdrive. 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 equipment, services & warranties; Management integration with the current network; Prior experience with the district; Preference to Mississippi-based companies; Company provides all..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Covington County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Covington County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Covington 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Statements of qualifications, proposals, contract documents, Service Level Agreement (SLA), references. Review the full document from Covington 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: Collins, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.