La Crescent-Hokah School District - Dark Fiber Lease and Lit Fiber Service - RFP 237097 / Form 470 #270003931 (2026)
La Crescent-Hokah School DistrictSchool · La Crescent, MN- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Julie Schreiber
- (402) 841-1342
The 30-second brief
La Crescent-Hokah School District is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for dark fiber lease and lit fiber wide area network services under Form 470 application number 270003931 and associated RFP 237097. The scope includes leased dark fiber strands, leased lit fiber transport, and internet access and data transmission services connecting district facilities including La Crescent-Hokah Middle/High School, District Office, and Elementary School in La Crescent, Minnesota. Vendors must participate in the federal E-Rate program, hold a valid SPIN, have at least 3 years of experience providing and maintaining dark fiber facilities, and be authorized to do business in Minnesota. The contract term includes 3 and 5 year terms with options to renew for two additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by 2026-12-08, 28 days following the Form 470 posting date of 2026-11-10. Responses will be evaluated based on cost (60%), completeness of services and exceptions taken (20%), and vendor experience and customer references (20%).
Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Fiber terminating devices, 3 and 5 year service terms, Fixed monthly cost for circuits
Cost (60%), Completeness of services provided and any exceptions taken to requirements, locality of vendor (20%), Vendor Experience, Customer Reference (20%)
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Summary
La Crescent-Hokah School District is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for dark fiber lease and lit fiber wide area network services under Form 470 application number 270003931 and associated RFP 237097.
The scope includes leased dark fiber strands, leased lit fiber transport, and internet access and data transmission services connecting district facilities including La Crescent-Hokah Middle/High School, District Office, and Elementary School in La Crescent, Minnesota. Vendors must participate in the federal E-Rate program, hold a valid SPIN, have at least 3 years of experience providing and maintaining dark fiber facilities, and be authorized to do business in Minnesota. The contract term includes 3 and 5 year terms with options to renew for two additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by 2026-12-08, 28 days following the Form 470 posting date of 2026-11-10. Responses will be evaluated based on cost (60%), completeness of services and exceptions taken (20%), and vendor experience and customer references (20%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Leased Dark Fiber
- Leased Lit Fiber
- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- Fiber terminating devices
- 3 and 5 year service terms
- Fixed monthly cost for circuits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Certificate of insurance
- Statement of E-Rate filing willingness
- Cost tables
- Exception documentation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- La Crescent, MN
- Reported agency
- La Crescent-Hokah School District 300
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from La Crescent-Hokah School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 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 Julie Schreiber.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including La Crescent-Hokah 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 Julie Schreiber at (402) 841-1342. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Fiber terminating devices, 3 and 5 year service terms, Fixed monthly cost for circuits. 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: "Cost (60%), Completeness of services provided and any exceptions taken to requirements, locality of vendor (20%), Vendor Experience, Customer Reference (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from La Crescent-Hokah School District?
All active and historical solicitations from La Crescent-Hokah School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, La Crescent-Hokah 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 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: Certificate of insurance, statement of E-Rate filing willingness, cost tables, exception documentation. Review the full document from La Crescent-Hokah 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: La Crescent, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
