Hagar Township S/D #6 Internet Access and Firewall Services RFP 2027 - Hagar27
Hagar Township School District 6School · Benton Harbor, MI- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Joann Gilliam
- (269) 849-1343
The 30-second brief
Hagar Township S/D #6 seeks proposals for Category 1 Internet Access (minimum 500 Mbps up to 2 Gbps) and Category 2 Internal Connections including approximately one FortiGate FG-60F firewall or equivalent with 5-year licensing, installation, configuration, and maintenance. This E-rate procurement for funding year 2027 (Form 470 #270002001) requires line itemization for USF eligibility and adherence to LCP guidelines. Quotations must be emailed with the subject 'E-rate bid' by the allowable contract date of November 11, 2026. Bids will be evaluated on pricing, prior experience, understanding of needs, personnel qualifications, response completeness, and timeframe capability.
Internet Access - Minimum of 500Mb, Firewall (approximately 1 FortiGate FG-60F or equivalent with 5-year licensing)
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
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Summary
Hagar Township S/D #6 seeks proposals for Category 1 Internet Access (minimum 500 Mbps up to 2 Gbps) and Category 2 Internal Connections including approximately one FortiGate FG-60F firewall or equivalent with 5-year licensing, installation, configuration, and maintenance.
This E-rate procurement for funding year 2027 (Form 470 #270002001) requires line itemization for USF eligibility and adherence to LCP guidelines. Quotations must be emailed with the subject 'E-rate bid' by the allowable contract date of November 11, 2026. Bids will be evaluated on pricing, prior experience, understanding of needs, personnel qualifications, response completeness, and timeframe capability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the installation/service within the required timeframe
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Internet Access - Minimum of 500Mb, Firewall (approximately 1 FortiGate FG-60F or equivalent with 5-year licensing)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Worker's compensation insurance proof, $2 million liability insurance umbrella proof upon award
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Benton Harbor, MI
- Reported agency
- Hagar Township S/D #6
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hagar Township School District 6?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 11, 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 Joann Gilliam.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hagar Township School District 6 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 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 Joann Gilliam at (269) 849-1343. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet Access - Minimum of 500Mb, Firewall (approximately 1 FortiGate FG-60F or equivalent with 5-year licensing). 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: "Prices/charges, Prior experience, Understanding of needs, Personnel qualifications, Completeness of response and adherence to bid specifications, Capability of the bidder to successfully complete the..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hagar Township School District 6?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 11, 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: Worker's compensation insurance proof, $2 million liability insurance umbrella proof upon award. Review the full document from Hagar Township School District 6 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Benton Harbor, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.