Dodge City USD 443 - FY27 Category 1 Internet Access Services - Form 470 270001554 (2026)
Dodge City Unified School District 443School · Dodge City, KS- Due
- Dec 5, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Duration
- 60 months
- Primary contact
- Traci Taylor
- (620) 675-8804
The 30-second brief
Dodge City USD 443 seeks proposals for Category 1 high-speed internet access services for the entire school district under the E-Rate program. Bandwidth options include 10 Gbps, 20 Gbps, and 30 Gbps symmetric bandwidth with 2 static IP addresses and a minimum 99.99% network uptime SLA. Contract terms include 2, 3, and 5-year options. Proposals must include itemized pricing compatible with E-Rate Item 21 requirements, separating eligible and ineligible costs. Submission deadline is December 5, 2026, via email to [email protected]. Evaluation is based primarily on cost of eligible services, technical merit, vendor references, and SLA compliance.
Category 1 Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) services, 10 Gbps, 20 Gbps, And 30 Gbps symmetric bandwidth options, 2 static IPv4 addresses, Network monitoring and reporting
Cost of E-Rate eligible services, technical merit, vendor references, prior experience with vendors, quality of proposal, demonstrated ability to meet local response time/SLA requirements
Bids like this start as pre-RFPs. Get the next ones early.
Get matched pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
Dodge City USD 443 seeks proposals for Category 1 high-speed internet access services for the entire school district under the E-Rate program.
Bandwidth options include 10 Gbps, 20 Gbps, and 30 Gbps symmetric bandwidth with 2 static IP addresses and a minimum 99.99% network uptime SLA. Contract terms include 2, 3, and 5-year options. Proposals must include itemized pricing compatible with E-Rate Item 21 requirements, separating eligible and ineligible costs. Submission deadline is December 5, 2026, via email to [email protected]. Evaluation is based primarily on cost of eligible services, technical merit, vendor references, and SLA compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of E-Rate eligible services
- Technical merit
- Vendor references
- Prior experience with vendors
- Quality of proposal
- Demonstrated ability to meet local response time/SLA requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Category 1 Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) services
- 10 Gbps
- 20 Gbps
- 30 Gbps symmetric bandwidth options
- 2 static IPv4 addresses
- Network monitoring and reporting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
detailed line-item pricing compatible with E-Rate Item 21 requirements, manufacturer authorized reseller status documentation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Dodge City, KS
- Reported agency
- Dodge City USD 443
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Dodge City Unified School District 443?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 5, 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]. For questions, contact Traci Taylor.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Dodge City Unified School District 443 in KS, 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 Traci Taylor at (620) 675-8804. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category 1 Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) services, 10 Gbps, 20 Gbps, And 30 Gbps symmetric bandwidth options, 2 static IPv4 addresses, Network monitoring and reporting. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 6 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost of E-Rate eligible services, technical merit, vendor references, prior experience with vendors, quality of proposal, demonstrated ability to meet local response time/SLA requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dodge City Unified School District 443?
All active and historical solicitations from Dodge City Unified School District 443 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Dodge City Unified School District 443 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 60 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 5, 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: detailed line-item pricing compatible with E-Rate Item 21 requirements, manufacturer authorized reseller status documentation. Review the full document from Dodge City Unified School District 443 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dodge City, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.