Prairie-Hills School District 144 Internet and WAN Services RFP FY2027 - 270000680
Prairie-Hills ESD 144School · Markham, IL- Due
- Dec 18, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Leonard Hill III
- (708) 417-1548
The 30-second brief
Prairie-Hills School District 144 is requesting competitive proposals for E-Rate eligible Category One Internet Access and Wide Area Network (WAN) services for Funding Year 2027. The scope includes a minimum of 5 Gbps dedicated, symmetrical Internet Access at two hub sites (Prairie Hills Junior High School in Markham, IL and Mae Jemison School in Hazel Crest, IL) with optional 10 Gbps pricing, alongside fully managed leased lit fiber Layer 2 Ethernet transport across multiple district locations. Bidders must price 12-, 36-, and 60-month terms with optional renewals, separating MRC, NRC, and special construction costs. Proposals are due by 12/18/2026, with questions due by 11/13/2026.
Category One Internet Access and Wide Area Network (WAN) services, Dedicated symmetrical internet access (min 5 Gbps at hub sites, Optional 10 Gbps), Layer 2 Ethernet transport, Managed router, Static IPv4 address blocks, Pricing workbook
Cost of eligible E-Rate services
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Summary
Prairie-Hills School District 144 is requesting competitive proposals for E-Rate eligible Category One Internet Access and Wide Area Network (WAN) services for Funding Year 2027.
The scope includes a minimum of 5 Gbps dedicated, symmetrical Internet Access at two hub sites (Prairie Hills Junior High School in Markham, IL and Mae Jemison School in Hazel Crest, IL) with optional 10 Gbps pricing, alongside fully managed leased lit fiber Layer 2 Ethernet transport across multiple district locations. Bidders must price 12-, 36-, and 60-month terms with optional renewals, separating MRC, NRC, and special construction costs. Proposals are due by 12/18/2026, with questions due by 11/13/2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of eligible E-Rate services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Category One Internet Access and Wide Area Network (WAN) services, Dedicated symmetrical internet access (min 5 Gbps at hub sites, Optional 10 Gbps), Layer 2 Ethernet transport, Managed router, Static IPv4 address blocks, Pricing workbook
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Completed pricing worksheet
- Terms and conditions
- SPI invoicing capability certification
- E-Rate compliance certifications
- Supply chain compliance certification
- Debarment/suspension certification
- FCC Red Light Rule Compliance Certification
- Conflict of interest disclosure
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Markham, IL
- Reported agency
- Prairie-Hills School District 144
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Prairie-Hills ESD 144?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 18, 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], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Leonard Hill III.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Prairie-Hills ESD 144 in IL, 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 Leonard Hill III at (708) 417-1548. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Category One Internet Access and Wide Area Network (WAN) services, Dedicated symmetrical internet access (min 5 Gbps at hub sites, Optional 10 Gbps), Layer 2 Ethernet transport, Managed router, Static IPv4 address blocks, Pricing workbook. 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 E-Rate services" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Prairie-Hills ESD 144?
All active and historical solicitations from Prairie-Hills ESD 144 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Prairie-Hills ESD 144 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 December 18, 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: Completed pricing worksheet, terms and conditions, SPI invoicing capability certification, E-Rate compliance certifications, supply chain compliance certification, debarment/suspension certification,. Review the full document from Prairie-Hills ESD 144 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Markham, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
