Nassau BOCES Maintenance of Existing Fiber Optic Wide Area Network for Multiple School Districts ITB 26/27-031
NASSAU BOCESSchool · GARDEN CITY, NY- Due
- May 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Lisa Klinger-Schwartz
- (516) 396-2231
The 30-second brief
Nassau BOCES is seeking bids for the maintenance and repair of existing multi-strand fiber optic gigabit Ethernet wide area networks (WANs) for multiple school districts including Baldwin, Hewlett-Woodmere, Plainview-Old Bethpage, and Manhasset. The scope includes fiber optic cable maintenance, outside conduits, trenching, backfilling, network equipment configuration, testing, and time and materials hourly rates. The contract term is three years starting July 1, 2026, with an option to extend for two additional 1-year periods. Bids are due by May 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. Vendor requirements include performance and payment bonds, insurance certificates, non-collusion certification, and Iran Divestment Act certification.
Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
Nassau BOCES is seeking bids for the maintenance and repair of existing multi-strand fiber optic gigabit Ethernet wide area networks (WANs) for multiple school districts including Baldwin, Hewlett-Woodmere, Plainview-Old Bethpage, and Manhasset.
The scope includes fiber optic cable maintenance, outside conduits, trenching, backfilling, network equipment configuration, testing, and time and materials hourly rates. The contract term is three years starting July 1, 2026, with an option to extend for two additional 1-year periods. Bids are due by May 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. Vendor requirements include performance and payment bonds, insurance certificates, non-collusion certification, and Iran Divestment Act certification.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Pricing Response Page
- Performance Bond
- Labor and Material Payment Bond
- Insurance Certificate
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Iran Divestment Act Certification
- W-9
- Submit to
- https://nboces.ionwave.net
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Garden City, NY
- Reported agency
- Nassau BOCES
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from NASSAU BOCES?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://nboces.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Lisa Klinger-Schwartz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including NASSAU BOCES in NY, 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 Bid 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 Lisa Klinger-Schwartz at (516) 396-2231. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from NASSAU BOCES?
All active and historical solicitations from NASSAU BOCES are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, NASSAU BOCES 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.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Pricing Response Page, Performance Bond, Labor and Material Payment Bond, Insurance Certificate, Non-Collusion Certification, Iran Divestment Act Certification, W-9. Review the full document from NASSAU BOCES for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Garden City, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
