Coweta Indep School Dist 17 - Wide Area Network (WAN) Services and Leased Equipment - RFP 2728 / 2026
Coweta Public SchoolsSchool · Coweta, OK- Due
- Dec 23, 2026
- 41 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Michael Carter
- (918) 486-2127 ext 2001
The 30-second brief
Coweta Independent School District 17 is seeking proposals for broadband data connections and Wide Area Network (WAN) services connecting its hub at Donald P. Sloat JHS to five eligible school sites in Coweta, OK. The scope requires incremental pricing for broadband data connections ranging from a minimum of 1 Gbps to a maximum of 25 Gbps, along with leased on-premises equipment such as routers and switches. Proposals must include complete costs for network connectivity, installation, configuration, monthly recurring charges, and service level agreements meeting 99.9-99.99% availability. Submissions are due by December 23, 2026, via the Bonfire portal, with mandatory site visits scheduled for November 16 and 18, 2026. This procurement is subject to E-Rate funding and Oklahoma Universal Service Fund (OUSF) compliance.
Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services, Standalone data transmission service, Category one network equipment, Leased on-premises routers and switches for 5 school sites, Incremental bandwidth pricing from 1 Gbps to 25 Gbps
Price - E-Rate eligible items (30 points), Prior Experience (20 points), Technical Merit (20 points), Responsiveness (15 points), Personnel Qualifications (10 points), Price - Other Costs (5 points)
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Summary
Coweta Independent School District 17 is seeking proposals for broadband data connections and Wide Area Network (WAN) services connecting its hub at Donald P. Sloat JHS to five eligible school sites in Coweta, OK. The scope requires incremental pricing for broadband data connections ranging from a minimum of 1 Gbps to a maximum of 25 Gbps, along with leased on-premises equipment such as routers and switches.
Proposals must include complete costs for network connectivity, installation, configuration, monthly recurring charges, and service level agreements meeting 99.9-99.99% availability. Submissions are due by December 23, 2026, via the Bonfire portal, with mandatory site visits scheduled for November 16 and 18, 2026. This procurement is subject to E-Rate funding and Oklahoma Universal Service Fund (OUSF) compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services
- Standalone data transmission service
- Category one network equipment
- Leased on-premises routers and switches for 5 school sites
- Incremental bandwidth pricing from 1 Gbps to 25 Gbps
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Attachment A - Pricing Authorization
- Attachment B - Certifications Experience and References
- Attachment C - OUSF Provider Validation
- FCC Form 498 ID (SPIN)
- FCC Registration Number (FCC RN)
- Proposal timeline
- Network diagram
- Proposed Service Level Agreement (SLA)
- Submit to
- https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Coweta, OK
- Reported agency
- Coweta Independent School District 17
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Coweta Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 23, 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: https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal. For questions, contact Michael Carter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Coweta Public Schools in OK, 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 Michael Carter at (918) 486-2127 ext 2001. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services, Standalone data transmission service, Category one network equipment, Leased on-premises routers and switches for 5 school sites, Incremental bandwidth pricing from 1 Gbps to 25 Gbps. 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 - E-Rate eligible items (30 points), Prior Experience (20 points), Technical Merit (20 points), Responsiveness (15 points), Personnel Qualifications (10 points), Price - Other Costs (5 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Coweta Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Coweta Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Coweta Public Schools 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 23, 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: Attachment A - Pricing Authorization, Attachment B - Certifications Experience and References, Attachment C - OUSF Provider Validation, FCC Form 498 ID (SPIN), FCC Registration Number (FCC RN), propos. Review the full document from Coweta Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Coweta, OK. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.