Essex County School District - Data Transmission, Internet Access, and Network Equipment - 270002629
Essex County Public SchoolsSchool · Tappahannock, VA- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jon Barnes
- (804) 445-9521
The 30-second brief
Essex County School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 covering data transmission, internet access, dark fiber, lit fiber, and Category One and Category Two network equipment including SFP uplinks and network modules. Services include internet connectivity ranging from 5Gbps to 50Gbps terminating at the School Board Office, WAN connectivity between James H Cary Intermediate School and Essex High School with speeds of 10G to 100G, and related installation, configuration, and optical components. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. Vendors must be eRate eligible with an active SPIN, maintain sam.gov registration, and comply with USAC requirements.
Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Self-Provisioned Network, Services Provided Over Third-Party Networks, Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Standalone Data Transmission Service, Category One Network Equipment, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components
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Summary
Essex County School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate funding year 2027 covering data transmission, internet access, dark fiber, lit fiber, and Category One and Category Two network equipment including SFP uplinks and network modules.
Services include internet connectivity ranging from 5Gbps to 50Gbps terminating at the School Board Office, WAN connectivity between James H Cary Intermediate School and Essex High School with speeds of 10G to 100G, and related installation, configuration, and optical components. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. Vendors must be eRate eligible with an active SPIN, maintain sam.gov registration, and comply with USAC requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- Self-Provisioned Network
- Services Provided Over Third-Party Networks
- Leased Dark Fiber
- Leased Lit Fiber
- Standalone Data Transmission Service
- Category One Network Equipment
- Antennas
- Connectors
- Related Components
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002629/126451/22815753-Essex%20County%20School%20District%20RFP%20FY27.28.docx
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Tappahannock, VA
- Reported agency
- Essex County School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Essex County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 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 Jon Barnes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Essex County Public Schools in VA, 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 Jon Barnes at (804) 445-9521. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Self-Provisioned Network, Services Provided Over Third-Party Networks, Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Standalone Data Transmission Service, Category One Network Equipment, Antennas, Connectors, And Related Components. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Essex County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Essex County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Essex County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002629/126451/22815753-Essex%20County%20School%20District%20RFP%20FY27.28.docx. Review the full document from Essex County 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: Tappahannock, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.