Harnett County Schools WAN RFP FY2026
Harnett County SchoolsSchool · Lillington, NC- Due
- Dec 22, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Byrd
- (910) 814-3458
The 30-second brief
Harnett County Schools (HCS) is seeking bids for a multi-year Wide Area Network (WAN) circuit between Gentry Educator Development Center and Flatwoods Middle School. The service must be 1 Gbps and interoperate with HCS's current network, providing an optical interface at the demarc. The agreement must be coterminous with HCS's current WAN contract ending June 30, 2029, with optional one-year extensions.
WAN circuit service, Service Provider Annual Certification Form, Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), Insurance certificates, Sexual offender registry checks, No Boycott of Israel certification
Total Cost, Extent to which goods/services meet district's needs, Vendor's past relationship with the district, Interoperability with the current WAN solution
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Summary
Harnett County Schools (HCS) is seeking bids for a multi-year Wide Area Network (WAN) circuit between Gentry Educator Development Center and Flatwoods Middle School.
The service must be 1 Gbps and interoperate with HCS's current network, providing an optical interface at the demarc. The agreement must be coterminous with HCS's current WAN contract ending June 30, 2029, with optional one-year extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Total Cost
- Extent to which goods/services meet district's needs
- Vendor's past relationship with the district
- Interoperability with the current WAN solution
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- WAN circuit service
- Service Provider Annual Certification Form
- Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Insurance certificates
- Sexual offender registry checks
- No Boycott of Israel certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Sexual Offender Registry Check Certification Form, No Boycott of Israel Certification
- Submit to
- 114 Porter Dr. Erwin, NC 28339
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Lillington, North Carolina
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Harnett County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 22, 2025. 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: 114 Porter Dr. Erwin, NC 28339. For questions, contact Jennifer Byrd.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Harnett County Schools in NC, 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 Jennifer Byrd at (910) 814-3458. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: WAN circuit service, Service Provider Annual Certification Form, Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), Insurance certificates, Sexual offender registry checks, No Boycott of Israel certification. 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: "Total Cost, Extent to which goods/services meet district's needs, Vendor's past relationship with the district, Interoperability with the current WAN solution" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Harnett County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Harnett County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Harnett County 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Sexual Offender Registry Check Certification Form, No Boycott of Israel Certification. Review the full document from Harnett County 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: Lillington, North Carolina. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.