Genesee District Library WAN and Internet Access - GDL 2027 Cat1 RFP 2027
Genesee District LibraryLibrary District · Flint, MI- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Tony Rodriguez
- (810) 230-3341
The 30-second brief
The Genesee District Library (GDL) is soliciting bids from qualified providers for a service area wide network transport solution and for Internet access across 19 branch locations. The Headquarters building at 4195 W. Pasadena Ave, Flint, MI serves as the head end and meet point for the distribution of services, requiring a minimum 2000Mbps Internet service and transport connection. The remaining 18 branches (including Baker Park, Beecher-Vera B. Rison, Burton Memorial, Clio Area, Davison Area, Fenton-Winegarden, Flint Township-McCarty, Flushing Area, Forest Township, Gaines Station, Genesee-Johnson, Genesee Valley Demonstration Center, Goodrich, Grand Blanc-McFarlen, Linden, Montrose-Jennings, Mt. Morris, and Swartz Creek-Perkins) require varying transport bandwidths of 100Mbps to 200Mbps. Vendors must provide monthly recurring transport charges, one-time construction costs, and installation charges per e-rate guidelines. Bidders must include a valid e-rate SPIN, demonstrate listing with the State of Michigan as a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier, and submit two copies of pricing on cost analysis sheets. Sealed bids are due by November 16, 2026, at 1 PM, with questions due by November 6, 2026. The contract term is 36 months.
Price being the primary factor
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Summary
The Genesee District Library (GDL) is soliciting bids from qualified providers for a service area wide network transport solution and for Internet access across 19 branch locations.
The Headquarters building at 4195 W. Pasadena Ave, Flint, MI serves as the head end and meet point for the distribution of services, requiring a minimum 2000Mbps Internet service and transport connection. The remaining 18 branches (including Baker Park, Beecher-Vera B. Rison, Burton Memorial, Clio Area, Davison Area, Fenton-Winegarden, Flint Township-McCarty, Flushing Area, Forest Township, Gaines Station, Genesee-Johnson, Genesee Valley Demonstration Center, Goodrich, Grand Blanc-McFarlen, Linden, Montrose-Jennings, Mt. Morris, and Swartz Creek-Perkins) require varying transport bandwidths of 100Mbps to 200Mbps. Vendors must provide monthly recurring transport charges, one-time construction costs, and installation charges per e-rate guidelines. Bidders must include a valid e-rate SPIN, demonstrate listing with the State of Michigan as a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier, and submit two copies of pricing on cost analysis sheets. Sealed bids are due by November 16, 2026, at 1 PM, with questions due by November 6, 2026. The contract term is 36 months.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price being the primary factor
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
cost analysis sheets, valid erate SPIN, proof of listing with the State of Michigan as a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier
- Submit to
- Genesee District Library, Att: Tony Rodriguez, 4195 W. Pasadena Ave, Flint, MI 48504
- Scope location
- Flint, MI
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Genesee District Library?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Genesee District Library, Att: Tony Rodriguez, 4195 W. Pasadena Ave, Flint, MI 48504. For questions, contact Tony Rodriguez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Genesee District Library in MI, 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 Bid 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 Tony Rodriguez at (810) 230-3341. 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: "Price being the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Genesee District Library?
All active and historical solicitations from Genesee District Library are tracked and searchable. As a library district agency, Genesee District Library 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 16, 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 Bid?
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: cost analysis sheets, valid erate SPIN, proof of listing with the State of Michigan as a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier. Review the full document from Genesee District Library for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Flint, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.