North Montgomery School Corporation - RFP WAN North Montgomery FY2027 - Form 470 270001291 (2026)
North Montgomery Community School CorporationSchool · Crawfordsville, IN- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Craig Reich
- (765) 359-2112
The 30-second brief
North Montgomery Community School Corporation is seeking proposals to lease lit network capacity to provide an eligible Standalone Data Transmission WAN service between its eligible school sites and its network head-end located at North Montgomery High School in Crawfordsville, Indiana, beginning July 1, 2027. The project requires 10 +/- Gbps connections between endpoint sites including Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Lester B Sommer Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School, and the head-end. Vendors must submit pricing options, network topology and WAN diagrams, a proposed Service Level Agreement ensuring 99.99% availability, three reference sites, an E-Rate SPIN number, and a ready-to-execute contract. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026 at 12:00 pm EST, with technical questions due by October 16, 2026.
10 +/-Gbps connections between endpoint site and head-end site; Standalone Data Transmission Service (WAN)
Cost of eligible goods and services, pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references
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Summary
North Montgomery Community School Corporation is seeking proposals to lease lit network capacity to provide an eligible Standalone Data Transmission WAN service between its eligible school sites and its network head-end located at North Montgomery High School in Crawfordsville, Indiana, beginning July 1, 2027.
The project requires 10 +/- Gbps connections between endpoint sites including Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Lester B Sommer Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School, and the head-end. Vendors must submit pricing options, network topology and WAN diagrams, a proposed Service Level Agreement ensuring 99.99% availability, three reference sites, an E-Rate SPIN number, and a ready-to-execute contract. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026 at 12:00 pm EST, with technical questions due by October 16, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost of eligible goods and services
- Pricing and terms
- Technical details
- SLA
- Experience and references
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10 +/-Gbps connections between endpoint site and head-end site; Standalone Data Transmission Service (WAN)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- A description of services to be provided
- Complete pricing for services
- Proposed Service Level Agreement
- Three reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- A ready-to-execute or sample contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Crawfordsville, IN
- Reported agency
- North Montgomery School Corporation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from North Montgomery Community School Corporation?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 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 Craig Reich.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including North Montgomery Community School Corporation in IN, 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 Craig Reich at (765) 359-2112. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 10 +/-Gbps connections between endpoint site and head-end site; Standalone Data Transmission Service (WAN). 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 eligible goods and services, pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from North Montgomery Community School Corporation?
All active and historical solicitations from North Montgomery Community School Corporation are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, North Montgomery Community School Corporation 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 13, 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: A description of services to be provided, Complete pricing for services, Proposed Service Level Agreement, Three reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, A ready-to-execute or sample contract. Review the full document from North Montgomery Community School Corporation for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Crawfordsville, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.