Evanston-Skokie School District 65 - Internet Connection Services - RFP 270001337 (2027)
Evanston CCSD 65School · Evanston, IL- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jimmy Giannos
- (847) 859-8086
The 30-second brief
Evanston-Skokie School District 65 is seeking proposals for a new Internet connection at 2-Gbps or 5-Gbps for Funding Year 2027 under FCC Form 470 #270001337. The district currently utilizes a 2Gb Internet connection serving the district with the headend located at the DO/Joseph Hill ECC at 1500 McDaniel Ave., Evanston, IL. Vendors must provide pricing for 1, 2, and 3 years, and include support for ineligible DDOS services itemized on a separate line for cost allocation. Proposals are due by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 12:00 noon CST and must be submitted via email. Vendors must include their SPIN number, comply with USAC and FCC regulations, and separate eligible and ineligible equipment pricing.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access Service
Price
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Summary
Evanston-Skokie School District 65 is seeking proposals for a new Internet connection at 2-Gbps or 5-Gbps for Funding Year 2027 under FCC Form 470 #270001337.
The district currently utilizes a 2Gb Internet connection serving the district with the headend located at the DO/Joseph Hill ECC at 1500 McDaniel Ave., Evanston, IL. Vendors must provide pricing for 1, 2, and 3 years, and include support for ineligible DDOS services itemized on a separate line for cost allocation. Proposals are due by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 12:00 noon CST and must be submitted via email. Vendors must include their SPIN number, comply with USAC and FCC regulations, and separate eligible and ineligible equipment pricing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access Service
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
SPIN number
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Evanston, IL
- Reported agency
- Evanston-Skokie School District 65
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Evanston CCSD 65?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Jimmy Giannos.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Evanston CCSD 65 in IL, 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 Jimmy Giannos at (847) 859-8086. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data Transmission and/or Internet Access Service. 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 Evanston CCSD 65?
All active and historical solicitations from Evanston CCSD 65 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Evanston CCSD 65 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 6, 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: SPIN number. Review the full document from Evanston CCSD 65 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Evanston, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.