Elyria City School District Wide Area Network Transport Services RFP 2027 - Form 470 #270000544
Elyria City SchoolsSchool · Elyria, OH- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- AJ Hyde
- (440) 284-8289
The 30-second brief
Elyria City School District is seeking proposals for fully managed Wide Area Network (WAN) data transport connections and internet access services for funding year 2027. The project requires standalone data transmission service with minimum 1 Gbps up to 5 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth across 11 eligible entities and school locations in Elyria, Ohio. Vendors must submit pricing via the provided Excel Pricing Attachment and comply with FCC E-rate program requirements including discounted SPI billing. Proposals are due by December 14, 2026, with questions due by November 12, 2026.
Cost of E-Rate eligible services, E-Rate ineligible costs, overall/long-term cost, technical merit/capability, prior experience, local preference, completeness of proposal
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Summary
Elyria City School District is seeking proposals for fully managed Wide Area Network (WAN) data transport connections and internet access services for funding year 2027.
The project requires standalone data transmission service with minimum 1 Gbps up to 5 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth across 11 eligible entities and school locations in Elyria, Ohio. Vendors must submit pricing via the provided Excel Pricing Attachment and comply with FCC E-rate program requirements including discounted SPI billing. Proposals are due by December 14, 2026, with questions due by November 12, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Cost of E-Rate eligible services
- E-Rate ineligible costs
- Overall/long-term cost
- Technical merit/capability
- Prior experience
- Local preference
- Completeness of proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Pricing Attachment
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Elyria, OH
- Reported agency
- Elyria City School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Elyria City Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact AJ Hyde.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Elyria City Schools in OH, 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 AJ Hyde at (440) 284-8289. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Cost of E-Rate eligible services, E-Rate ineligible costs, overall/long-term cost, technical merit/capability, prior experience, local preference, completeness of proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Elyria City Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Elyria City Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Elyria City 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 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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: Pricing Attachment. Review the full document from Elyria City 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: Elyria, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
