Midland County Educational Service Agency Fiber Relocation at Coleman Community Schools RFP
- Due
- Apr 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Stephen Fort
- (989) 631-5892
The 30-second brief
MCESA is seeking bids for a two-phase fiber relocation project at Coleman Community Schools Junior and Senior High School. Work includes installing exterior panels, trenching, and running new fiber to a new MDF by August 2026.
As-builts, Splice diagrams, OTDR results, Photos, Redacted customer handoff documentation
Completeness of solution, overall cost, ability to accommodate growth, TCO, service agreement terms, warranty, references, quality of response
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Summary
MCESA is seeking bids for a two-phase fiber relocation project at Coleman Community Schools Junior and Senior High School. Work includes installing exterior panels, trenching, and running new fiber to a new MDF by August 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Completeness of solution
- Overall cost
- Ability to accommodate growth
- TCO
- Service agreement terms
- Warranty
- References
- Quality of response
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- As-builts
- Splice diagrams
- OTDR results
- Photos
- Redacted customer handoff documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A - Familial Disclosure Form
- Attachment B - Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification
- Attachment C - Proposal Form
- Attachment D - Relevant AS-BUILTs
- Submit to
- 3917 Jefferson Ave., Midland, MI 48640
- Scope location
- Midland, MI
- Reported agency
- Midland County Educational Service Agency
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Saginaw ISD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 7, 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: 3917 Jefferson Ave., Midland, MI 48640. For questions, contact Stephen Fort.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Saginaw ISD in MI, 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 Stephen Fort at (989) 631-5892. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: As-builts, Splice diagrams, OTDR results, Photos, Redacted customer handoff documentation. 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: "Completeness of solution, overall cost, ability to accommodate growth, TCO, service agreement terms, warranty, references, quality of response" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Saginaw ISD?
All active and historical solicitations from Saginaw ISD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Saginaw ISD regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Attachment A - Familial Disclosure Form, Attachment B - Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification, Attachment C - Proposal Form, Attachment D - Relevant AS-BUILTs. Review the full document from Saginaw ISD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Midland, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.