Mayfield City School District - FY27 Network Connectivity and Infrastructure RFP 235456
Mayfield City SchoolsSchool · Mayfield Heights, OH- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Grant Germann
- (740) 656-0117
The 30-second brief
Mayfield City School District is seeking proposals for FY2027 E-Rate Category 1 and Category 2 services, including data transmission, leased dark fiber, leased lit fiber, and internal connections such as Cisco switches, network modules, and cabling. The applicant requests a 5-year contract for data transport circuits, bandwidth scalability, and network hardware to connect district facilities in Mayfield Heights, Gates Mills, and Chesterland, OH. Bids are due by November 18, 2026, and must include vendor SPIN, authorization documentation, and pricing details compliant with E-rate program rules.
C9300X-48HX-EDU, C9300-48U, 9300x 40g Network Module, 9300x 10g Network Module, Stacking Cables (50cm)
Price is the primary factor, cost-effectiveness in meeting educational needs
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Summary
Mayfield City School District is seeking proposals for FY2027 E-Rate Category 1 and Category 2 services, including data transmission, leased dark fiber, leased lit fiber, and internal connections such as Cisco switches, network modules, and cabling.
The applicant requests a 5-year contract for data transport circuits, bandwidth scalability, and network hardware to connect district facilities in Mayfield Heights, Gates Mills, and Chesterland, OH. Bids are due by November 18, 2026, and must include vendor SPIN, authorization documentation, and pricing details compliant with E-rate program rules.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price is the primary factor, cost-effectiveness in meeting educational needs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- C9300X-48HX-EDU
- C9300-48U
- 9300x 40g Network Module
- 9300x 10g Network Module
- Stacking Cables (50cm)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Vendor SPIN documentation
- Documentation of authorized reseller status
- Equivalent equipment documentation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Mayfield Heights, OH
- Reported agency
- Mayfield City School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mayfield City 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]. For questions, contact Grant Germann.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mayfield 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 Grant Germann at (740) 656-0117. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: C9300X-48HX-EDU, C9300-48U, 9300x 40g Network Module, 9300x 10g Network Module, Stacking Cables (50cm). 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 is the primary factor, cost-effectiveness in meeting educational needs" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mayfield City Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Mayfield City Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Mayfield 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 5 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: Vendor SPIN documentation, documentation of authorized reseller status, equivalent equipment documentation. Review the full document from Mayfield 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: Mayfield Heights, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.