Pueblo Rural School District 70 - Dark and Lit Fiber WAN Transport Services - 270000897 (2027)
Pueblo County School District 70School · Pueblo, CO- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Monroe Robinson
- (719) 549-6122
The 30-second brief
Pueblo Rural School District 70 is seeking proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services, including leased dark fiber and leased lit fiber connections (minimum 10Gbps bandwidth, scalable up to 40Gbps) between the district's core hub at D70Online/Baxter (301 28th Lane, Pueblo, CO 81006) and various endpoint school locations including Beulah Schools, Craver Middle School, Rye Elementary School, and Rye High School. Services include monthly recurring charges (MRC), non-recurring charges (NRC), special construction charges (SPC), dark fiber maintenance, and service provider identification number (SPIN) compliance under E-Rate program rules for Funding Year 2027. Proposals must be submitted via email to all Form 470 contacts by November 24, 2026, no later than 3:00 PM MDT, with services to be operational by July 1, 2027.
Leased Dark Fiber (10 fiber strands), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps minimum bandwidth), Category One Maintenance and Operations
E-Rate Eligible Costs (35%), Technical Merit / Capability (25%), Prior Experience (20%), Transition and Operational Continuity Considerations (10%), E-Rate Ineligible Costs (5%), Proposal Responsiveness (5%)
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Summary
Pueblo Rural School District 70 is seeking proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services, including leased dark fiber and leased lit fiber connections (minimum 10Gbps bandwidth, scalable up to 40Gbps) between the district's core hub at D70Online/Baxter (301 28th Lane, Pueblo, CO 81006) and various endpoint school locations including Beulah Schools, Craver Middle School, Rye Elementary School, and Rye High School.
Services include monthly recurring charges (MRC), non-recurring charges (NRC), special construction charges (SPC), dark fiber maintenance, and service provider identification number (SPIN) compliance under E-Rate program rules for Funding Year 2027. Proposals must be submitted via email to all Form 470 contacts by November 24, 2026, no later than 3:00 PM MDT, with services to be operational by July 1, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Leased Dark Fiber (10 fiber strands)
- Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps minimum bandwidth)
- Category One Maintenance and Operations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Form 470 number
- SPIN
- Clear indication of service offering
- Service provider's terms and conditions
- Completed Pricing Attachment
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Pueblo, CO
- Reported agency
- Pueblo Rural School District 70
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pueblo County School District 70?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 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]. For questions, contact Monroe Robinson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pueblo County School District 70 in CO, 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 Monroe Robinson at (719) 549-6122. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Dark Fiber (10 fiber strands), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps minimum bandwidth), Category One Maintenance and Operations. 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: "E-Rate Eligible Costs (35%), Technical Merit / Capability (25%), Prior Experience (20%), Transition and Operational Continuity Considerations (10%), E-Rate Ineligible Costs (5%), Proposal Responsivene..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pueblo County School District 70?
All active and historical solicitations from Pueblo County School District 70 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Pueblo County School District 70 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 24, 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: Form 470 number, SPIN, Clear indication of service offering, Service provider's terms and conditions, Completed Pricing Attachment. Review the full document from Pueblo County School District 70 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pueblo, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.