Lenoir County Public Schools - Wide Area Network (WAN) Services RFP 2027 - 2027WAN001
Lenoir County SchoolsSchool · Kinston, NC- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Charles White
- (252) 527-1109
The 30-second brief
Lenoir County Public Schools invites proposals for a fully managed wide area network (WAN) solution, including Leased Lit Fiber or non-fiber transport options, connecting 20 eligible district locations. The project requires dedicated symmetrical transport bandwidth of 2 Gbps to each location and 10 Gbps aggregate delivered to Central Services, scalable up to 10 Gbps per location and 40 Gbps aggregate. Services must originate at the district hub site at 2017 West Vernon Ave, Kinston, NC 28504, and be operational by July 1, 2027, coinciding with E-rate Funding Year 2027. Contract terms of 36 and 60 months are requested with voluntary one-year extensions. Submissions are due by November 19, 2026, with questions due by November 6, 2026. Bidders must provide SPIN, FCC RN, SPAC certification, network diagrams, three references, and completed pricing sheets.
Leased Lit Fiber or Transport Only non-fiber WAN services, 2 Gbps to each location, 10 Gbps aggregate to Central Services, Pricing sheet for 19 district facilities and central office, Network design and construction routes, Network diagram
E-rate eligible recurring and one-time circuit costs (30 points), Complete bid submission (15 points), Ability to support requirements of this request (10 points), Proposed contract terms and conditions (5 points), Service reliability and dedicated infrastructure (10 points), E-rate ineligible recurring or one-time costs (10 points), Provider references (5 points), Vendor's past relationship with the district (15 points)
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Summary
Lenoir County Public Schools invites proposals for a fully managed wide area network (WAN) solution, including Leased Lit Fiber or non-fiber transport options, connecting 20 eligible district locations.
The project requires dedicated symmetrical transport bandwidth of 2 Gbps to each location and 10 Gbps aggregate delivered to Central Services, scalable up to 10 Gbps per location and 40 Gbps aggregate. Services must originate at the district hub site at 2017 West Vernon Ave, Kinston, NC 28504, and be operational by July 1, 2027, coinciding with E-rate Funding Year 2027. Contract terms of 36 and 60 months are requested with voluntary one-year extensions. Submissions are due by November 19, 2026, with questions due by November 6, 2026. Bidders must provide SPIN, FCC RN, SPAC certification, network diagrams, three references, and completed pricing sheets.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
E-rate eligible recurring and one-time circuit costs (30 points), Complete bid submission (15 points), Ability to support requirements of this request (10 points), Proposed contract terms and conditions (5 points), Service reliability and dedicated infrastructure (10 points), E-rate ineligible recurring or one-time costs (10 points), Provider references (5 points), Vendor's past relationship with the district (15 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Leased Lit Fiber or Transport Only non-fiber WAN services
- 2 Gbps to each location
- 10 Gbps aggregate to Central Services
- Pricing sheet for 19 district facilities and central office
- Network design and construction routes
- Network diagram
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Signed and dated contract
- Acknowledgment Form
- Pricing sheet
- Network diagram
- 3 references
- Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- FCC Registration Number (FRN)
- Submit to
- Charles White, Director of Technology, ERATE 2027 WAN PROPOSAL, Lenoir County Public Schools, 2017 W Vernon Ave, Kinston, NC 28504 (sealed package with 5 printed copies and 1 USB thumb drive)
- Scope location
- Kinston, NC
- Reported agency
- Lenoir County Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lenoir County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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: Charles White, Director of Technology, ERATE 2027 WAN PROPOSAL, Lenoir County Public Schools, 2017 W Vernon Ave, Kinston, NC 28504 (sealed package with 5 printed copies and 1 USB thumb drive). For questions, contact Charles White.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lenoir County Schools in NC, 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 Charles White at (252) 527-1109. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Lit Fiber or Transport Only non-fiber WAN services, 2 Gbps to each location, 10 Gbps aggregate to Central Services, Pricing sheet for 19 district facilities and central office, Network design and construction routes, Network diagram. 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: "E-rate eligible recurring and one-time circuit costs (30 points), Complete bid submission (15 points), Ability to support requirements of this request (10 points), Proposed contract terms and conditio..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lenoir County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Lenoir County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lenoir County 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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: signed and dated contract, Acknowledgment Form, pricing sheet, network diagram, 3 references, Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), FCC Registration Number (FRN). Review the full document from Lenoir County 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: Kinston, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.