Montgomery County Public Schools Internet Access Services RFP 2026 - MO27-47001-270000847
Montgomery County Public SchoolsSchool · Rockville, MD- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Angela King
The 30-second brief
Montgomery County Public Schools issues this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit proposals from qualified telecommunications service providers to provide high-capacity Internet Access services delivered over fiber optic facilities to approximately 255 MCPS sites and designated Data Center(s) located at 45 W Gude Dr, Rockville, MD and 20441 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD. The service must provide full-duplex logical throughput capable of a minimum of 60 Gbps and scalable to a maximum of 500 Gbps, supporting BGP configuration, DDoS protection, and a comprehensive SLA with 24x7x365 support. The initial contract term is five years, with an option for up to five additional one-year renewal terms. Proposals are due by November 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time, and questions must be submitted by October 22, 2026. The price of eligible services shall be the primary evaluation factor.
60 Gbps to 500 Gbps Internet Access services, Fiber optic transport, BGP configuration, DDoS protection, 24x7x365 support, Implementation plan
Price of eligible services shall be the primary evaluation factor and weighted more heavily than any other single factor, vendor experience in K-12 environment, previous performance for MCPS, quality and reliability of service, suitability, capabilities and manageability of devices, compatibility with MCPS infrastructure
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Summary
Montgomery County Public Schools issues this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit proposals from qualified telecommunications service providers to provide high-capacity Internet Access services delivered over fiber optic facilities to approximately 255 MCPS sites and designated Data Center(s) located at 45 W Gude Dr, Rockville, MD and 20441 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD. The service must provide full-duplex logical throughput capable of a minimum of 60 Gbps and scalable to a maximum of 500 Gbps, supporting BGP configuration, DDoS protection, and a comprehensive SLA with 24x7x365 support.
The initial contract term is five years, with an option for up to five additional one-year renewal terms. Proposals are due by November 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time, and questions must be submitted by October 22, 2026. The price of eligible services shall be the primary evaluation factor.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price of eligible services shall be the primary evaluation factor and weighted more heavily than any other single factor, vendor experience in K-12 environment, previous performance for MCPS, quality and reliability of service, suitability, capabilities and manageability of devices, compatibility with MCPS infrastructure
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- 60 Gbps to 500 Gbps Internet Access services
- Fiber optic transport
- BGP configuration
- DDoS protection
- 24x7x365 support
- Implementation plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
19- Cover Letter
- Executive Summary
- Company Profile
- Technical Solution
- Fiber Transport
- Internet Backbone/Peering
- BGP Configuration
- Bandwidth Pricing
- DDoS Solution
- SLA
- 24x7x365 Support
- Implementation Plan
- Demarcation
- E-rate Eligibility/Cost Allocation
- Five-Year Pricing
- Renewal Pricing
- References
- Exceptions
- Signed Respondent Certification
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 120 months
- Scope location
- Rockville, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montgomery County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 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 Angela King.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Montgomery County Public Schools in MD, 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 Angela King. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 60 Gbps to 500 Gbps Internet Access services, Fiber optic transport, BGP configuration, DDoS protection, 24x7x365 support, Implementation plan. 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 of eligible services shall be the primary evaluation factor and weighted more heavily than any other single factor, vendor experience in K-12 environment, previous performance for MCPS, quality..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Montgomery County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Montgomery County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Montgomery County Public 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 25, 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: Cover Letter, Executive Summary, Company Profile, Technical Solution, Fiber Transport, Internet Backbone/Peering, BGP Configuration, Bandwidth Pricing, DDoS Solution, SLA, 24x7x365 Support, Implementa. Review the full document from Montgomery County Public 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: Rockville, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.