Greene County School District - E-Rate Category 1 WAN and Internet Access - RFP 2027
Greene County School DistrictSchool · Leakesville, MS- Due
- Dec 14, 2026
- 41 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Millie Rollins
- (662) 630-0118
The 30-second brief
Greene County School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Category 1 services including data transmission and internet access, wide area network (WAN) high-speed data circuits, and standalone internet access services for district schools and facilities in Leakesville, MS. The project includes connecting remote buildings to the district network hub at 530 Main Street, with bandwidth options ranging from 1Gbps to 20Gbps for internet access and 10Gbps to 40Gbps for WAN circuits. Bids are due by December 14th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., following a mandatory vendor meeting on November 18th, 2026, and a letter of intent to bid due November 17th, 2026. The contract term is 3 or 5 years with price redetermination provisions. Evaluation factors include price, technical specifications, vendor staff technical certifications, proximity of service staff, vendor response time, turnkey solution, and ease of use.
WAN - High Speed Data Services, Internet Access - Standalone Internet Access Service, Standalone Data Transmission Service
Price, Technical Specifications, Technical Certifications of Vendor Staff, Number of Service Staff within close proximity to Leakesville, Mississippi, Vendor response time, Turnkey Solution, Ease of Use, Experience with Vendor
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Summary
Greene County School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Category 1 services including data transmission and internet access, wide area network (WAN) high-speed data circuits, and standalone internet access services for district schools and facilities in Leakesville, MS. The project includes connecting remote buildings to the district network hub at 530 Main Street, with bandwidth options ranging from 1Gbps to 20Gbps for internet access and 10Gbps to 40Gbps for WAN circuits.
Bids are due by December 14th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., following a mandatory vendor meeting on November 18th, 2026, and a letter of intent to bid due November 17th, 2026. The contract term is 3 or 5 years with price redetermination provisions. Evaluation factors include price, technical specifications, vendor staff technical certifications, proximity of service staff, vendor response time, turnkey solution, and ease of use.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price
- Technical Specifications
- Technical Certifications of Vendor Staff
- Number of Service Staff within close proximity to Leakesville
- Mississippi
- Vendor response time
- Turnkey Solution
- Ease of Use
- Experience with Vendor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- WAN - High Speed Data Services
- Internet Access - Standalone Internet Access Service
- Standalone Data Transmission Service
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Service Provider Quote to include upgrade paths and pricing, Description of Help Desk Procedures, Description of Service Response Procedures, Service Providers Disaster Recovery Plan, Description or list of service locations that will provide service and support for The District installation and the number of technicians available for that support, 3 References for similar installations as described in the specifications., Full Description of the Network Service to be provided, Diagram of proposed network including electronic components to which any fiber will connect, Warranty Documentation, Complete description of The Service Provider's NOC, Vendor staff qualifications and certifications
- Submit to
- Greene County School District, 530 Main Street, Leakesville, MS 39451
- Scope location
- Leakesville, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Greene County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 14, 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: Greene County School District, 530 Main Street, Leakesville, MS 39451. For questions, contact Millie Rollins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Greene County School District in MS, 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 Millie Rollins at (662) 630-0118. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: WAN - High Speed Data Services, Internet Access - Standalone Internet Access Service, Standalone Data Transmission 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, Technical Specifications, Technical Certifications of Vendor Staff, Number of Service Staff within close proximity to Leakesville, Mississippi, Vendor response time, Turnkey Solution, Ease of U..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Greene County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Greene County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Greene County School District 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 14, 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: Service Provider Quote to include upgrade paths and pricing, Description of Help Desk Procedures, Description of Service Response Procedures, Service Providers Disaster Recovery Plan, Description or l. Review the full document from Greene County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Leakesville, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.