Fairbanks N Star Borough Lib 2027-C1 Bookmobile Internet Services RFP - 270001075
Borough of Fairbanks North StarCity · Fairbanks, AK- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brandi Wehner
- (907) 459-1025
The 30-second brief
Fairbanks-N Star Borough Library System is seeking E-Rate Funding Year 2027 proposals for Data Transmission and/or Internet Access services under FCC Form 470 application number 270001075. The requested services include a cellular data plan or air card service (1 line), category one network equipment (1 each), and category one maintenance and operations supporting the bookmobile and main branch in Fairbanks, Alaska. Minimum capacity is 1.5 Mbps and maximum capacity is 100 Gbps, with installation and initial configuration required for specific items. Bids are being accepted until November 25, 2026, requiring a competitive bidding availability period of at least 28 days. Price is the primary evaluation factor.
Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service, Category One Network Equipment, Category One Maintenance and Operations
Price
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Summary
Fairbanks-N Star Borough Library System is seeking E-Rate Funding Year 2027 proposals for Data Transmission and/or Internet Access services under FCC Form 470 application number 270001075.
The requested services include a cellular data plan or air card service (1 line), category one network equipment (1 each), and category one maintenance and operations supporting the bookmobile and main branch in Fairbanks, Alaska. Minimum capacity is 1.5 Mbps and maximum capacity is 100 Gbps, with installation and initial configuration required for specific items. Bids are being accepted until November 25, 2026, requiring a competitive bidding availability period of at least 28 days. Price is the primary evaluation factor.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service
- Category One Network Equipment
- Category One Maintenance and Operations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attach A Fairbanks N Star Bookmobile Schedule, FNSB 2027 Bookmobile Internet Specifications
- Submit to
- https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001075/145626/
- Scope location
- FAIRBANKS, AK
- Reported agency
- FAIRBANKS-N STAR BOROUGH LIB
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Borough of Fairbanks North Star?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001075/145626/. For questions, contact Brandi Wehner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Fairbanks North Star in AK, 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 Brandi Wehner at (907) 459-1025. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service, Category One Network Equipment, Category One Maintenance and Operations. 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 Borough of Fairbanks North Star?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Fairbanks North Star are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Fairbanks North Star 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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: Attach A Fairbanks N Star Bookmobile Schedule, FNSB 2027 Bookmobile Internet Specifications. Review the full document from Borough of Fairbanks North Star for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: FAIRBANKS, AK. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.