John Glenn School Corporation Internet Access RFP 2027 - JGSC 2027-C1-IA
John Glenn School CorporationSchool · Walkerton, IN- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Daniel Medesi
- (574) 586-3129 ext 8515
The 30-second brief
John Glenn School Corporation seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services for E-Rate funding year 2027. The applicant requests symmetrical bandwidth at 2 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the head-end located at Urey Middle School, 407 Washington Street, Walkerton, IN 46574, beginning July 1, 2027. The procurement requires a /27 subnet providing 32 public IPv4 addresses, laddered pricing in 500 Mbps increments, and fiber handoffs. Bids are due by December 3, 2026, with technical questions due by November 10, 2026. The contract term is 3 years with two optional 1-year voluntary extensions. Evaluation prioritizes price as the primary factor alongside technical details, SLA, experience, and references.
Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, 2 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth, /27 subnet providing 32 public IPv4 addresses
Price, terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references, compliance with requirements
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Summary
John Glenn School Corporation seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services for E-Rate funding year 2027.
The applicant requests symmetrical bandwidth at 2 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the head-end located at Urey Middle School, 407 Washington Street, Walkerton, IN 46574, beginning July 1, 2027. The procurement requires a /27 subnet providing 32 public IPv4 addresses, laddered pricing in 500 Mbps increments, and fiber handoffs. Bids are due by December 3, 2026, with technical questions due by November 10, 2026. The contract term is 3 years with two optional 1-year voluntary extensions. Evaluation prioritizes price as the primary factor alongside technical details, SLA, experience, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price
- Terms
- Technical details
- SLA
- Experience and references
- Compliance with requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- 2 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth
- /27 subnet providing 32 public IPv4 addresses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Description of services with construction timeline
- Complete pricing including non-recurring and recurring costs
- Proposed Service Level Agreement
- Three reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- Sample contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Walkerton, IN
- Projected sq ft
- 0 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from John Glenn School Corporation?
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 Daniel Medesi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including John Glenn School Corporation in IN, 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 Daniel Medesi at (574) 586-3129 ext 8515. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, 2 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth, /27 subnet providing 32 public IPv4 addresses. 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, terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references, compliance with requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from John Glenn School Corporation?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 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: description of services with construction timeline, complete pricing including non-recurring and recurring costs, proposed Service Level Agreement, three reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, sample co. Review the full document from John Glenn School Corporation for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Walkerton, IN. The total projected area is 0 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.