Mercer County Special Services School District FY2027 Internet Access RFP - 270001119
Mercer County Special Services School DistrictSchool · Hamilton, NJ- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Matthew Goldstein
- (609) 325-4339
The 30-second brief
Mercer County Special Services School District is seeking competitive proposals for dedicated, symmetrical, fully managed Internet Access service to Mercer Elementary School located at 1020 Old Trenton Road, Trenton, NJ 08690, starting July 1, 2027. Bidders must provide pricing options for 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, and 5 Gbps bandwidth tiers across 12-, 36-, and 60-month contract terms, with up to two optional one-year (1+1) voluntary renewals. The requested solution must include a minimum /26 IPv4 block (62 usable addresses), any required managed router or CPE, 24x7 Network Operations Center (NOC) monitoring and support, and a comprehensive Service Level Agreement (SLA). Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, with questions accepted through October 30, 2026. Pricing must remain valid for a minimum of 180 days.
Dedicated, Symmetrical Internet Access service (1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 5 Gbps), Managed router/CPE, Minimum /26 IPv4 block, 24x7 NOC monitoring and technical support, Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services shall be the single highest weighted evaluation factor
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Summary
Mercer County Special Services School District is seeking competitive proposals for dedicated, symmetrical, fully managed Internet Access service to Mercer Elementary School located at 1020 Old Trenton Road, Trenton, NJ 08690, starting July 1, 2027.
Bidders must provide pricing options for 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, and 5 Gbps bandwidth tiers across 12-, 36-, and 60-month contract terms, with up to two optional one-year (1+1) voluntary renewals. The requested solution must include a minimum /26 IPv4 block (62 usable addresses), any required managed router or CPE, 24x7 Network Operations Center (NOC) monitoring and support, and a comprehensive Service Level Agreement (SLA). Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, with questions accepted through October 30, 2026. Pricing must remain valid for a minimum of 180 days.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of E-Rate eligible products and services shall be the single highest weighted evaluation factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Dedicated, Symmetrical Internet Access service (1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 5 Gbps), Managed router/CPE, Minimum /26 IPv4 block, 24x7 NOC monitoring and technical support, Service Level Agreement (SLA)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Applicant name
- BEN
- FCC Form 470 number
- Service Provider Name
- SPIN
- Service Provider contact information
- Terms and conditions
- Completed pricing worksheet (Attachment A - Pricing Workbook)
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate (NJBRC)
- W9 Form
- Affirmative Action Certificate
- Political Contribution Disclosure Form
- Certificate of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Trenton, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mercer County Special Services School District?
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], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Matthew Goldstein.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mercer County Special Services School District in NJ, 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 Matthew Goldstein at (609) 325-4339. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Dedicated, Symmetrical Internet Access service (1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 5 Gbps), Managed router/CPE, Minimum /26 IPv4 block, 24x7 NOC monitoring and technical support, Service Level Agreement (SLA). 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 shall be the single highest weighted evaluation factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mercer County Special Services School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Mercer County Special Services School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Mercer County Special Services School District 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 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: Applicant name, BEN, FCC Form 470 number, Service Provider Name, SPIN, Service Provider contact information, Terms and conditions, Completed pricing worksheet (Attachment A - Pricing Workbook), Non-Co. Review the full document from Mercer County Special Services School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Trenton, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.