Lake Ridge New Tech Schools - FY2027 WAN RFP Lake Ridge New Tech FINAL - 236712
Lake Ridge SchoolsSchool · Gary, IN- Due
- Dec 31, 2026
- 46 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Luis Roldan
- (219) 838-1819
The 30-second brief
Lake Ridge New Tech School District seeks proposals for Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, specifically Standalone Data Transmission (WAN) Service between its network head-end at 6111 West Ridge Road, Gary, IN 46408 and Hosford Park New Tech Elementary at 4735 Arthur St, Gary, IN 46408. The procurement is under FCC Form 470 application number 270003840 for Funding Year 2027. Vendors should provide pricing options for 2 Gbps connections with fully managed leased lit solution or technology-neutral transmission medium. The contract term is 1 year beginning July 1, 2027, with potential duration up to 4 years. Proposals are due by December 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST and must be emailed to Luis Roldan with reference to FCC Form 470 270003840.
Standalone Data Transmission Service, 2 Gbps connections
Cost of eligible goods and services, pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references
Bids like this start as pre-RFPs. Get the next ones early.
Get matched pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
Lake Ridge New Tech School District seeks proposals for Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, specifically Standalone Data Transmission (WAN) Service between its network head-end at 6111 West Ridge Road, Gary, IN 46408 and Hosford Park New Tech Elementary at 4735 Arthur St, Gary, IN 46408.
The procurement is under FCC Form 470 application number 270003840 for Funding Year 2027. Vendors should provide pricing options for 2 Gbps connections with fully managed leased lit solution or technology-neutral transmission medium. The contract term is 1 year beginning July 1, 2027, with potential duration up to 4 years. Proposals are due by December 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST and must be emailed to Luis Roldan with reference to FCC Form 470 270003840.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost of eligible goods and services
- Pricing and terms
- Technical details
- SLA
- Experience and references
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Standalone Data Transmission Service, 2 Gbps connections
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Description of services
- Complete pricing
- Proposed Service Level Agreement
- Three (3) reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- A ready-to-execute or sample contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Gary, IN
- Reported agency
- Lake Ridge New Tech Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lake Ridge Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 31, 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 Luis Roldan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lake Ridge Schools 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 Luis Roldan at (219) 838-1819. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standalone Data Transmission Service, 2 Gbps connections. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 6 more questions
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 of eligible goods and services, pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lake Ridge Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake Ridge Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lake Ridge Schools 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 31, 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, Complete pricing, Proposed Service Level Agreement, Three (3) reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, A ready-to-execute or sample contract. Review the full document from Lake Ridge Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gary, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
