Lorain City School District - Fiber RFP 2027 - Form 470 Application #270003838
Lorain City SchoolsSchool · Lorain, OH- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Drew Stevens
- (440) 830-4035
The 30-second brief
Lorain City School District is seeking bids for dark fiber service including maintenance and dark fiber lighting equipment or lit fiber service at 10Gbps scalable to 40Gbps for 15 locations. The procurement covers data transmission and internet access, network equipment, and associated category one services connecting Lorain High School HUB to multiple middle and elementary schools and the district warehouse. Bidders must provide price quotes in Excel and USAC templates with itemized services, equipment, and fees, complying with E-Rate requirements. Responses must be submitted to [email protected] by the submission deadline of December 4, 2026.
Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Category One Network Equipment
Price
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Summary
Lorain City School District is seeking bids for dark fiber service including maintenance and dark fiber lighting equipment or lit fiber service at 10Gbps scalable to 40Gbps for 15 locations.
The procurement covers data transmission and internet access, network equipment, and associated category one services connecting Lorain High School HUB to multiple middle and elementary schools and the district warehouse. Bidders must provide price quotes in Excel and USAC templates with itemized services, equipment, and fees, complying with E-Rate requirements. Responses must be submitted to [email protected] by the submission deadline of December 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Leased Dark Fiber
- Leased Lit Fiber
- Category One Network Equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Excel format quote, USAC Template quote
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Lorain, OH
- Reported agency
- Lorain City School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lorain City Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 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 Drew Stevens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lorain City 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 Drew Stevens at (440) 830-4035. 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, Category One Network Equipment. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lorain City Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Lorain City Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lorain City 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 4, 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: Excel format quote, USAC Template quote. Review the full document from Lorain City 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: Lorain, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.