Edmonds School District Fiber Optic Cable Infrastructure Upgrade RFP26-03GF 2026
Edmonds School DistrictSchool · Lynnwood, WA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jill Stone
- (253) 271-9653
The 30-second brief
Edmonds School District is seeking proposals for leased lit fiber service, leased dark fiber service, transitional services, and future additions to support district-wide communications across 37 sites. The scope of work includes furnishing and installing single mode fiber optic cabling, conduits, duct banks, handholes, patch panels, and related telecommunications infrastructure. Bids are due by November 12, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid walkthrough is scheduled for October 16, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price (35%), prior experience (25%), references (20%), flexibility of services/plan (10%), and qualifications and certifications (10%).
Lit Fiber Service for 37 sites, Dark Fiber Service for 37 sites, Required Equipment to light the fiber, Transitional Services, Future Additions: firm unit pricing for connecting new District sites and for additional fiber pulls, Strands, And relocations
Price – one-time and reoccurring of eligible services 35%, Prior Experience 25%, References 20%, Flexibility of Services and/or Plan 10%, Qualifications and Certifications 10%
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Summary
Edmonds School District is seeking proposals for leased lit fiber service, leased dark fiber service, transitional services, and future additions to support district-wide communications across 37 sites.
The scope of work includes furnishing and installing single mode fiber optic cabling, conduits, duct banks, handholes, patch panels, and related telecommunications infrastructure. Bids are due by November 12, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid walkthrough is scheduled for October 16, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price (35%), prior experience (25%), references (20%), flexibility of services/plan (10%), and qualifications and certifications (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price – one-time and reoccurring of eligible services 35%
- Prior Experience 25%
- References 20%
- Flexibility of Services and/or Plan 10%
- Qualifications and Certifications 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Lit Fiber Service for 37 sites, Dark Fiber Service for 37 sites, Required Equipment to light the fiber, Transitional Services, Future Additions: firm unit pricing for connecting new District sites and for additional fiber pulls, Strands, And relocations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Appendix A Prevailing Wages
- Appendix B CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS
- Appendix C Vendor Certifications
- Appendix D Vendor Intent to Bid
- Appendix E Pricing Sheet
- Appendix G Project Specific Questions
- Contract Attachment B
- Proposal including Contractor Qualifications
- Contractor Capabilities
- Approach
- Experience
- Bid bond
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Lynnwood, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Edmonds School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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 Jill Stone.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Edmonds School District in WA, 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 Jill Stone at (253) 271-9653. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lit Fiber Service for 37 sites, Dark Fiber Service for 37 sites, Required Equipment to light the fiber, Transitional Services, Future Additions: firm unit pricing for connecting new District sites and for additional fiber pulls, Strands, And relocations. 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 – one-time and reoccurring of eligible services 35%, Prior Experience 25%, References 20%, Flexibility of Services and/or Plan 10%, Qualifications and Certifications 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Edmonds School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Edmonds School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Edmonds 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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: Appendix A Prevailing Wages, Appendix B CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS, Appendix C Vendor Certifications, Appendix D Vendor Intent to Bid, Appendix E Pricing Sheet, Appendix G Project Specific Questions,. Review the full document from Edmonds 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: Lynnwood, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.