Hinsdale County School District RE-1 Internet Access & Data Transmission Services RFP 2027
Hinsdale County School District RE-1School · Lake City, CO- Due
- Jan 15, 2027
- 61 days left
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Susan Thompson
- (970) 944-2314
The 30-second brief
Hinsdale County School District RE-1 is seeking competitive proposals for E-Rate Category One Internet Access and Data Transmission Services (500 Mbps minimum up to 1 Gbps) for Lake City Community School located at 614 N. Silver Street, Lake City, CO 81235 for Funding Year 2027. The scope includes leased lit fiber or equivalent broadband transport, static IPv4 addresses, IPv6 support, SLA with 99.9% uptime, 24/7/365 NOC support, and optional DDoS mitigation. Proposals are due by January 15, 2027 at 3:00 PM MST, with vendor questions due by December 18, 2026. Bidders must possess a valid USAC SPIN, comply with FCC LCP rules, and separate E-Rate eligible and ineligible costs. Contract terms include 1-year, 3-year, or 5-year options with optional extensions.
Price of E-Rate Eligible Products & Services (Primary Factor): 40%, Technical Capability, Reliability & SLA Commitments: 25%, Prior Experience & References with K-12 / Rural Colorado Districts: 15%, Completeness of Proposal & E-Rate Compliance (SPIN, SPI/BEAR support): 10%, Total Cost of Ownership (including Ineligible Costs & Installation): 10%
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Summary
Hinsdale County School District RE-1 is seeking competitive proposals for E-Rate Category One Internet Access and Data Transmission Services (500 Mbps minimum up to 1 Gbps) for Lake City Community School located at 614 N. Silver Street, Lake City, CO 81235 for Funding Year 2027.
The scope includes leased lit fiber or equivalent broadband transport, static IPv4 addresses, IPv6 support, SLA with 99.9% uptime, 24/7/365 NOC support, and optional DDoS mitigation. Proposals are due by January 15, 2027 at 3:00 PM MST, with vendor questions due by December 18, 2026. Bidders must possess a valid USAC SPIN, comply with FCC LCP rules, and separate E-Rate eligible and ineligible costs. Contract terms include 1-year, 3-year, or 5-year options with optional extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price of E-Rate Eligible Products & Services (Primary Factor): 40%, Technical Capability, Reliability & SLA Commitments: 25%, Prior Experience & References with K-12 / Rural Colorado Districts: 15%, Completeness of Proposal & E-Rate Compliance (SPIN, SPI/BEAR support): 10%, Total Cost of Ownership (including Ineligible Costs & Installation): 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270004644/142413/22933649-Erate%20RFP%20for%20fy28.pdf
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Lake City, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hinsdale County School District RE-1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 15, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Susan Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hinsdale County School District RE-1 in CO, 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 Susan Thompson at (970) 944-2314. 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 of E-Rate Eligible Products & Services (Primary Factor): 40%, Technical Capability, Reliability & SLA Commitments: 25%, Prior Experience & References with K-12 / Rural Colorado Districts: 15%, C..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hinsdale County School District RE-1?
All active and historical solicitations from Hinsdale County School District RE-1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hinsdale County School District RE-1 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 January 15, 2027, 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270004644/142413/22933649-Erate%20RFP%20for%20fy28.pdf. Review the full document from Hinsdale County School District RE-1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lake City, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
