Fairfield Community Schools - FY2027 Internet Access and Data Transmission Services - RFP 270003993 (2027)
Fairfield Community SchoolsSchool · Goshen, IN- Due
- Dec 21, 2026
- 40 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Cody Stewart
- (574) 831-2188
The 30-second brief
Fairfield Community Schools seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services for E-Rate Funding Year 2027, Form 470 Application Number 270003993. The scope requires symmetrical bandwidth at 2 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the applicant's head-end located at the Fairfield Community Schools Administration Building in Goshen, IN, beginning July 1, 2027. Vendors must provide laddered pricing in 500 Mbps increments, onsite hand-off equipment, a proposed Service Level Agreement (SLA) with 99.99% network availability, 24x7x365 trouble-reporting, and DDoS protection or basic firewall options. Proposals are due by December 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time, with technical questions due by November 23, 2026.
Cost of eligible goods and services, pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references
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Summary
Fairfield Community Schools seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services for E-Rate Funding Year 2027, Form 470 Application Number 270003993.
The scope requires symmetrical bandwidth at 2 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the applicant's head-end located at the Fairfield Community Schools Administration Building in Goshen, IN, beginning July 1, 2027. Vendors must provide laddered pricing in 500 Mbps increments, onsite hand-off equipment, a proposed Service Level Agreement (SLA) with 99.99% network availability, 24x7x365 trouble-reporting, and DDoS protection or basic firewall options. Proposals are due by December 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time, with technical questions due by November 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost of eligible goods and services
- Pricing and terms
- Technical details
- SLA
- Experience and references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Description of services provided with construction timeline
- Complete pricing including non-recurring and recurring costs
- Proposed Service Level Agreement
- Three reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- Ready-to-execute contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Goshen, IN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fairfield Community Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Cody Stewart.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fairfield Community Schools in IN, 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 Cody Stewart at (574) 831-2188. 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 eligible goods and services, pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fairfield Community Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Fairfield Community Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fairfield Community 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 December 21, 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: description of services provided with construction timeline, complete pricing including non-recurring and recurring costs, proposed Service Level Agreement, three reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number,. Review the full document from Fairfield Community 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: Goshen, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.