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Lake County School District On-site Phone System RFP 2026

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Due
Mar 16, 2026
Deadline passed
Primary contact
Andy Hall
(719) 581-2233

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Lake County School District is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to design, supply, configure, and support an on-premise phone system for approximately 1,200 students, staff, and administrators across 3 campuses.

What you must deliver

Implementation timeline with milestones, Number porting plan (if applicable), Cutover strategy with minimal downtime, Testing and validation procedures, Staff training plan

How it's scored

Conformance to functional and technical requirements (30%), Quality and scalability of solution (10%), Proposal cost (30%), Vendor experience and references (20%), Training and support commitments (10%)

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Summary

Lake County School District is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to design, supply, configure, and support an on-premise phone system for approximately 1,200 students, staff, and administrators across 3 campuses.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Conformance to functional and technical requirements30%
Quality and scalability of solution10%
Proposal cost30%
Vendor experience and references20%
Training and support commitments10%

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

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  • Implementation timeline with milestones
  • Number porting plan (if applicable)
  • Cutover strategy with minimal downtime
  • Testing and validation procedures
  • Staff training plan
Reported agency
Lake County School District

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Lake County School District R-1?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Andy Hall.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Lake County School District R-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 Andy Hall at (719) 581-2233. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Implementation timeline with milestones, Number porting plan (if applicable), Cutover strategy with minimal downtime, Testing and validation procedures, Staff training plan. 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: "Conformance to functional and technical requirements (30%), Quality and scalability of solution (10%), Proposal cost (30%), Vendor experience and references (20%), Training and support commitments (10..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County School District R-1?

All active and historical solicitations from Lake County School District R-1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lake County School District R-1 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

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. Review the full document from Lake County School District R-1 for the complete list.

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