Independent School District #756 of Minnesota - Managed Internal Broadband Services - Form 470 #270003328 (2027)
Blooming Prairie Public School DistrictSchool · Blooming Prairie, MN- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Erin Johnson
- (605) 670-2702
The 30-second brief
Independent School District #756 of Minnesota seeks proposals for Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for E-rate Funding Year 2027, Form 470 #270003328. The scope covers 2 buildings serving approximately 1000 users, providing 24x7 monitoring, incident response, troubleshooting, operational and configuration management, and performance optimization for existing Meraki, Arctic Wolf, Barracuda, and Cisco Umbrella equipment. Bidders must quote 3-year and 5-year terms. Clarifying questions are due by November 19, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Bids are due by December 3, 2026, at 9:00 AM via email to [email protected]. Pricing is weighted at 40%, meeting requirements at 25%, understanding of needs at 20%, prior experience at 10%, and local presence within 150 miles at 5%.
Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for switches, Access points, And firewalls including Meraki MS125, 225, 350, MR33, 36, MX250, And Arctic Wolf 202 across High School and Elementary School locations
Price of eligible goods/services 40%, Meets requirements 25%, Understanding of needs 20%, Prior experience with vendor 10%, Local presence 5%
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Summary
Independent School District #756 of Minnesota seeks proposals for Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for E-rate Funding Year 2027, Form 470 #270003328.
The scope covers 2 buildings serving approximately 1000 users, providing 24x7 monitoring, incident response, troubleshooting, operational and configuration management, and performance optimization for existing Meraki, Arctic Wolf, Barracuda, and Cisco Umbrella equipment. Bidders must quote 3-year and 5-year terms. Clarifying questions are due by November 19, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Bids are due by December 3, 2026, at 9:00 AM via email to [email protected]. Pricing is weighted at 40%, meeting requirements at 25%, understanding of needs at 20%, prior experience at 10%, and local presence within 150 miles at 5%.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price of eligible goods/services 40%
- Meets requirements 25%
- Understanding of needs 20%
- Prior experience with vendor 10%
- Local presence 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for switches, Access points, And firewalls including Meraki MS125, 225, 350, MR33, 36, MX250, And Arctic Wolf 202 across High School and Elementary School locations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Itemized pricing separating E-rate eligible and ineligible costs
- Completed Pricing Form
- Vendor SPIN
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Blooming Prairie, MN
- Reported agency
- Independent School District #756 of Minnesota
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Blooming Prairie Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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]. For questions, contact Erin Johnson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Blooming Prairie Public School District in MN, 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 Erin Johnson at (605) 670-2702. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for switches, Access points, And firewalls including Meraki MS125, 225, 350, MR33, 36, MX250, And Arctic Wolf 202 across High School and Elementary School locations. 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 of eligible goods/services 40%, Meets requirements 25%, Understanding of needs 20%, Prior experience with vendor 10%, Local presence 5%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Blooming Prairie Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Blooming Prairie Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Blooming Prairie Public 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 3, 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: Itemized pricing separating E-rate eligible and ineligible costs, Completed Pricing Form, Vendor SPIN. Review the full document from Blooming Prairie Public 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: Blooming Prairie, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
