Harnett County Schools Wide Area Network WAN Circuit RFP 2026 - HCS-FlatwoodsMiddleWAN-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 proposals from licensed utility construction companies for a multi-year 1 Gbps Wide Area Network (WAN) circuit with a minimum of 25 Gbps to the headend. The circuit will connect the Gentry Educator Development Center (hub) to Flatwoods Middle School (spoke) located at 3544 US 401 South Lillington, NC. The solution must be delivered via fiber optic ethernet, interoperate with the current 1 Gbps network, and provide an optical interface at the demarc. The contract term is a minimum of five years, coterminous with the current WAN contract ending June 30, 2029, with optional one-year extensions. Evaluation criteria include total cost (35 points), interoperability (30 points), meeting district needs (30 points), and past relationship (5 points). Proposals are due by December 22, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at 114 Porter Drive, Erwin, NC.
Sealed proposals, Four copies of proposal, Panel labeling, As-built diagrams, Service level agreement, Insurance certificates, Sexual offender registry certification
Total Cost (35), Meeting District Needs (30), Interoperability with current WAN (30), Vendor past relationship (5)
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Summary
Harnett County Schools (HCS) is seeking proposals from licensed utility construction companies for a multi-year 1 Gbps Wide Area Network (WAN) circuit with a minimum of 25 Gbps to the headend.
The circuit will connect the Gentry Educator Development Center (hub) to Flatwoods Middle School (spoke) located at 3544 US 401 South Lillington, NC. The solution must be delivered via fiber optic ethernet, interoperate with the current 1 Gbps network, and provide an optical interface at the demarc. The contract term is a minimum of five years, coterminous with the current WAN contract ending June 30, 2029, with optional one-year extensions. Evaluation criteria include total cost (35 points), interoperability (30 points), meeting district needs (30 points), and past relationship (5 points). Proposals are due by December 22, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at 114 Porter Drive, Erwin, NC.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Sealed proposals
- Four copies of proposal
- Panel labeling
- As-built diagrams
- Service level agreement
- Insurance certificates
- Sexual offender registry certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Exhibit A (Sexual Offender Registry Check Certification Form)
- Exhibit B (No Boycott of Israel Certification)
- RFP exceptions page
- Three references
- Submit to
- 114 Porter Dr. Erwin, NC 28339
- Scope location
- Lillington, NC
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: Sealed proposals, Four copies of proposal, Panel labeling, As-built diagrams, Service level agreement, Insurance certificates, Sexual offender registry 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 (35), Meeting District Needs (30), Interoperability with current WAN (30), Vendor past relationship (5)" 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: Exhibit A (Sexual Offender Registry Check Certification Form), Exhibit B (No Boycott of Israel Certification), RFP exceptions page, three references. 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, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.