Portage Area School District Internal Connections RFP 2026
Portage Area SDSchool · Portage, PA- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Duration
- 30 months
- Primary contact
- Ryan Clouse
The 30-second brief
Portage Area School District is soliciting proposals for Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC) products and services, including switches, wireless access points, cables, transceivers, software, and licenses. The solicitation also covers managed internal broadband services.
Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC) products and services, Including switches, Wireless access points, Stacking cables, Transceivers, Associated software and licenses.
Price, complete installation costs, all other one-time costs, and monthly recurring costs if any for a period of the contract duration. Prior experience of the District with the respondent, technical capability and quality of work. Work performed for other comparable clients, and qualification of personnel. Ability of the vendor to deliver a turn-key solution.
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Summary
Portage Area School District is soliciting proposals for Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC) products and services, including switches, wireless access points, cables, transceivers, software, and licenses.
The solicitation also covers managed internal broadband services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, complete installation costs, all other one-time costs, and monthly recurring costs if any for a period of the contract duration. Prior experience of the District with the respondent, technical capability and quality of work. Work performed for other comparable clients, and qualification of personnel. Ability of the vendor to deliver a turn-key solution.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC) products and services, Including switches, Wireless access points, Stacking cables, Transceivers, Associated software and licenses.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1
- Submit to
- Portage Area School District's Board Office located at 84 Mountain Avenue Portage, PA 15946
- Scope location
- Portage, PA
- Reported agency
- Portage Area School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Portage Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 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: Portage Area School District's Board Office located at 84 Mountain Avenue Portage, PA 15946. For questions, contact Ryan Clouse.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Portage Area SD in PA, 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 Ryan Clouse. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internal Connections and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC) products and services, Including switches, Wireless access points, Stacking cables, Transceivers, Associated software and licenses.. 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, complete installation costs, all other one-time costs, and monthly recurring costs if any for a period of the contract duration. Prior experience of the District with the respondent, technical..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Portage Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Portage Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Portage Area SD 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 30 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 1. Review the full document from Portage Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Portage, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.