Lowellville Local School District - FY27 Category One Internet Access RFP - 270000247
Lowellville Local SchoolsSchool · Lowellville, OH- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 2.0 years
- Primary contact
- Tyler Noble
- (330) 536-8426
The 30-second brief
Lowellville Local School District is seeking competitive proposals for dedicated, fully managed, symmetrical Category One Internet Access and Transport services for Lowellville K-12 School located at 52 Rocket Place, Lowellville, OH 44436 (FCC Form 470 #270000247, BEN 129608). The solution must include two separate circuits, one for the Elementary School and one for the High School, priced at 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, 5 Gbps, and 10 Gbps on a 24-month contract term only. Proposals are due by November 18, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to all designated RFP contacts. Evaluation will prioritize cost of E-Rate eligible products and services as the highest weighted factor.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access; Internet Access and Data Transmission Service; 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, 5 Gbps, And 10 Gbps symmetrical circuits
Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services
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Summary
Lowellville Local School District is seeking competitive proposals for dedicated, fully managed, symmetrical Category One Internet Access and Transport services for Lowellville K-12 School located at 52 Rocket Place, Lowellville, OH 44436 (FCC Form 470 #270000247, BEN 129608).
The solution must include two separate circuits, one for the Elementary School and one for the High School, priced at 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, 5 Gbps, and 10 Gbps on a 24-month contract term only. Proposals are due by November 18, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to all designated RFP contacts. Evaluation will prioritize cost of E-Rate eligible products and services as the highest weighted factor.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access
- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, 5 Gbps, And 10 Gbps symmetrical circuits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Applicant name
- BEN
- FCC Form 470 number
- Service Provider Name
- Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Service Provider contact information
- Terms and conditions
- Completed pricing worksheet
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Lowellville, OH
- Reported agency
- Lowellville Local School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lowellville Local Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 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], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Tyler Noble.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lowellville 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 Tyler Noble at (330) 536-8426. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: IT, Network Administration, Engineering. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data Transmission and/or Internet Access; Internet Access and Data Transmission Service; 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, 5 Gbps, And 10 Gbps symmetrical circuits. 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: "Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lowellville Local Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Lowellville Local Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lowellville 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 2.0 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 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: Applicant name, BEN, FCC Form 470 number, Service Provider Name, Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), Service Provider contact information, Terms and conditions, Completed pricing worksheet. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Lowellville 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: Lowellville, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.