Lakewood Local School District Managed Internal Broadband Services RFP 2027
Lakewood Local SchoolsSchool · Hebron, OH- Due
- Dec 23, 2026
- 46 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Phil Jones
- (740) 928-4526 ext 5040
The 30-second brief
Lakewood Local School District seeks proposals for Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) covering the District's wireless network, including operation, management, and monitoring of existing and new wireless access points, wireless controllers, software, and licenses across multiple schools and facilities in Hebron, Ohio. The project covers up to 119 existing District-owned wireless access points and up to 200 total APs for the resulting wireless system. Bidders must provide separate pricing for either a four-year agreement (Funding Years 2027-2030) or a five-year agreement (Funding Years 2027-2031) with annual prices and total cost. Proposals are due by 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on December 23, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price as the primary factor, service design, compatibility, response procedures, and vendor qualifications.
Price of eligible services, service design, compatibility with wireless equipment and authentication, response and escalation procedures, vendor qualifications, onsite service capability
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Summary
Lakewood Local School District seeks proposals for Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) covering the District's wireless network, including operation, management, and monitoring of existing and new wireless access points, wireless controllers, software, and licenses across multiple schools and facilities in Hebron, Ohio.
The project covers up to 119 existing District-owned wireless access points and up to 200 total APs for the resulting wireless system. Bidders must provide separate pricing for either a four-year agreement (Funding Years 2027-2030) or a five-year agreement (Funding Years 2027-2031) with annual prices and total cost. Proposals are due by 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on December 23, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price as the primary factor, service design, compatibility, response procedures, and vendor qualifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price of eligible services
- Service design
- Compatibility with wireless equipment and authentication
- Response and escalation procedures
- Vendor qualifications
- Onsite service capability
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Brief description of experience
- At least two references for comparable K-12 school wireless projects
- Names and qualifications of personnel
- Confirmation of onsite service capability
- SPIN/498 ID
- FCC Form 473 (SPAC)
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Hebron, OH
- Reported agency
- Lakewood Local School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lakewood Local Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Phil Jones.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lakewood Local Schools in OH, 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 Phil Jones at (740) 928-4526 ext 5040. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 services, service design, compatibility with wireless equipment and authentication, response and escalation procedures, vendor qualifications, onsite service capability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lakewood Local Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Lakewood Local Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lakewood Local 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 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 23, 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: Brief description of experience, At least two references for comparable K-12 school wireless projects, Names and qualifications of personnel, Confirmation of onsite service capability, SPIN/498 ID, FC. Review the full document from Lakewood Local 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: Hebron, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.