Douglas County School District RE-1 High-Speed Internet Access Services RFP 005-27 (2026)
Douglas County School District RE-1School · Castle Rock, CO- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Rich Harley
The 30-second brief
Douglas County School District RE-1 requests proposals for high-speed, reliable Internet Access Services delivering primary internet connectivity with DDoS protection to the primary data center located at 8675 Concord Center Dr, Englewood, CO 80112. The scope includes tiered pricing for 15 Gbps, 25 Gbps, and 35 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth with scalability options in 5 Gbps or 10 Gbps increments. Handoff interface requires Dual/Single 100 Gb Ethernet Single-Mode Fiber. The proposal requires active USAC SPIN status, itemized E-Rate eligible vs. ineligible costs, and adherence to USAC Lowest Corresponding Price guidelines. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time via Rocky Mountain e-Purchasing (BidNet).
Tiered pricing for 15 Gbps, 25 Gbps, And 35 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth; itemized DDoS mitigation pricing; pre-established unit pricing for 5 Gbps or 10 Gbps bandwidth increases
Price of E-Rate Eligible Services (Primary Factor), 35 points; Technical Design & Route Architecture, 25 points; SLA, DDoS Protection & Network Reliability, 20 points; Vendor Qualifications, SPIN Standing & References, 10 points; Contract Terms, Billing Flexibility & Scalability, 10 points
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Summary
Douglas County School District RE-1 requests proposals for high-speed, reliable Internet Access Services delivering primary internet connectivity with DDoS protection to the primary data center located at 8675 Concord Center Dr, Englewood, CO 80112.
The scope includes tiered pricing for 15 Gbps, 25 Gbps, and 35 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth with scalability options in 5 Gbps or 10 Gbps increments. Handoff interface requires Dual/Single 100 Gb Ethernet Single-Mode Fiber. The proposal requires active USAC SPIN status, itemized E-Rate eligible vs. ineligible costs, and adherence to USAC Lowest Corresponding Price guidelines. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time via Rocky Mountain e-Purchasing (BidNet).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price of E-Rate Eligible Services (Primary Factor), 35 points
- Technical Design & Route Architecture, 25 points
- SLA, DDoS Protection & Network Reliability, 20 points
- Vendor Qualifications, SPIN Standing & References, 10 points
- Contract Terms, Billing Flexibility & Scalability, 10 points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Tiered pricing for 15 Gbps, 25 Gbps, And 35 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth
- Itemized DDoS mitigation pricing
- Pre-established unit pricing for 5 Gbps or 10 Gbps bandwidth increases
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Table of Contents
- Cover Letter
- Qualifications and Personnel
- References
- Response to Scope
- Pricing
- Attachment B Exceptions Form
- Attachment C Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension
- Submit to
- Rocky Mountain e-Purchasing (BidNet)
- Scope location
- Englewood, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Douglas County School District RE-1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 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: Rocky Mountain e-Purchasing (BidNet). For questions, contact Rich Harley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Douglas County School District RE-1 in CO, 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 Rich Harley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tiered pricing for 15 Gbps, 25 Gbps, And 35 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth; itemized DDoS mitigation pricing; pre-established unit pricing for 5 Gbps or 10 Gbps bandwidth increases. 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 E-Rate Eligible Services (Primary Factor), 35 points; Technical Design & Route Architecture, 25 points; SLA, DDoS Protection & Network Reliability, 20 points; Vendor Qualifications, SPIN Stan..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Douglas County School District RE-1?
All active and historical solicitations from Douglas County School District RE-1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Douglas County School District RE-1 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 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: Table of Contents, Cover Letter, Qualifications and Personnel, References, Response to Scope, Pricing, Attachment B Exceptions Form, Attachment C Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension. Review the full document from Douglas County School District RE-1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Englewood, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.