Nashoba Reg School District - Internet Access, WAN Connections, and Wireless Access Points - 270001034 (2026)
Nashoba School DistrictSchool · Bolton, MA- Due
- Nov 3, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Nichole Oneal
- (888) 416-8389
The 30-second brief
Nashoba Reg School District seeks E-Rate proposals for Data Transmission and Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections under application number 270001034. The scope includes Fiber Internet Access (5Gbps), Fiber WAN connections (EVPL or equivalent, 3Gbps each) across 6 locations including Mary Rowlandson Elementary School, Luther Burbank Middle School, Florence Sawyer School, Center School, and Hale Middle School, plus Fiber Hub Port (10GB), IP block of 30, and DDoS mitigation. Category Two requests 240 3-year access point license renewals for Juniper Networks or equivalent (Sub-1S-3Y-E). Service for Nashoba Regional High School (12 Green Road, Bolton, MA) involves a new building construction, with installation beginning March 2027 and full operational status by June 1, 2027. The district seeks a 36-month agreement starting July 1, 2027, requiring one vendor to provide both Internet and WAN connections. Bids are due by 2026-11-03 and should be sent to [email protected].
Fiber Internet Access - 5Gbps or similar/upgrade; Fiber WAN connections, EVPL or equivalent, Quantity 6, 3Gbps or similar/upgrade; Fiber Hub Port, Quantity 2, 10GB or similar/upgrade; IP block of 30 or similar; DDoS mitigation or equivalent; Quantity 240 3-year access point license renewals, Sub-1S-3Y-E or equivalent; Basic maintenance of internal connections for wireless access points
Price being the primary factor
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Summary
Nashoba Reg School District seeks E-Rate proposals for Data Transmission and Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections under application number 270001034.
The scope includes Fiber Internet Access (5Gbps), Fiber WAN connections (EVPL or equivalent, 3Gbps each) across 6 locations including Mary Rowlandson Elementary School, Luther Burbank Middle School, Florence Sawyer School, Center School, and Hale Middle School, plus Fiber Hub Port (10GB), IP block of 30, and DDoS mitigation. Category Two requests 240 3-year access point license renewals for Juniper Networks or equivalent (Sub-1S-3Y-E). Service for Nashoba Regional High School (12 Green Road, Bolton, MA) involves a new building construction, with installation beginning March 2027 and full operational status by June 1, 2027. The district seeks a 36-month agreement starting July 1, 2027, requiring one vendor to provide both Internet and WAN connections. Bids are due by 2026-11-03 and should be sent to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price being the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Fiber Internet Access - 5Gbps or similar/upgrade
- Fiber WAN connections, EVPL or equivalent, Quantity 6, 3Gbps or similar/upgrade
- Fiber Hub Port, Quantity 2, 10GB or similar/upgrade
- IP block of 30 or similar
- DDoS mitigation or equivalent
- Quantity 240 3-year access point license renewals, Sub-1S-3Y-E or equivalent
- Basic maintenance of internal connections for wireless access points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bids that do not include costs for both services (Internet and WAN) will be disqualified
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bolton, MA
- Reported agency
- Nashoba Reg School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Nashoba School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 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 Nichole Oneal.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Nashoba School District in MA, 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 Nichole Oneal at (888) 416-8389. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fiber Internet Access - 5Gbps or similar/upgrade; Fiber WAN connections, EVPL or equivalent, Quantity 6, 3Gbps or similar/upgrade; Fiber Hub Port, Quantity 2, 10GB or similar/upgrade; IP block of 30 or similar; DDoS mitigation or equivalent; Quantity 240 3-year access point license renewals, Sub-1S-. 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 being the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Nashoba School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Nashoba School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Nashoba 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 3, 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: Bids that do not include costs for both services (Internet and WAN) will be disqualified. Review the full document from Nashoba 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: Bolton, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.