Punxsutawney Area School District WAN Circuit Solutions RFB 270001201 (2026)
Punxsutawney Area SDSchool · Punxsutawney, PA- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Mike McMahan
- (814) 938-5151
The 30-second brief
Punxsutawney Area School District is requesting proposals for two WAN circuit solutions delivering a minimum of 1 Gbps bandwidth (ranging up to 5 Gbps) under FCC Form 470 #270001201 for E-Rate Funding Year 2027-2028. The scope includes lit fiber data transmission and/or internet access services connecting Punxsutawney Area High School and Punxsutawney Area Elementary School to the District Admin Building in Punxsutawney, PA. Vendors must submit pricing for a 36-month contract term with two optional 1-year voluntary extensions, including monthly recurring costs (MRC), annual recurring costs (ARC), one-time installation/construction costs, and managed router/modem lease fees. A voluntary pre-bid site visit is scheduled for November 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST at Punxsutawney Area High School. Vendor questions are due by November 19, 2026, and proposals must be submitted via email by December 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Respondents must supply their SPIN and comply with E-Rate program rules, LCP compliance, and USAC invoicing methods.
Two WAN circuit solutions (lit fiber), 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps bandwidth tiers, Monthly service fees, Managed router/modem lease fees, One-time construction, Installation, And/or connection charges
Price for E-Rate eligible goods and services is the highest valued criterion
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Summary
Punxsutawney Area School District is requesting proposals for two WAN circuit solutions delivering a minimum of 1 Gbps bandwidth (ranging up to 5 Gbps) under FCC Form 470 #270001201 for E-Rate Funding Year 2027-2028.
The scope includes lit fiber data transmission and/or internet access services connecting Punxsutawney Area High School and Punxsutawney Area Elementary School to the District Admin Building in Punxsutawney, PA. Vendors must submit pricing for a 36-month contract term with two optional 1-year voluntary extensions, including monthly recurring costs (MRC), annual recurring costs (ARC), one-time installation/construction costs, and managed router/modem lease fees. A voluntary pre-bid site visit is scheduled for November 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST at Punxsutawney Area High School. Vendor questions are due by November 19, 2026, and proposals must be submitted via email by December 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Respondents must supply their SPIN and comply with E-Rate program rules, LCP compliance, and USAC invoicing methods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price for E-Rate eligible goods and services is the highest valued criterion
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Two WAN circuit solutions (lit fiber)
- 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps bandwidth tiers
- Monthly service fees
- Managed router/modem lease fees
- One-time construction
- Installation
- And/or connection charges
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Vendor Pricing Sheet
- SPIN (Service Provider Identification Number)
- Terms and conditions
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Punxsutawney, PA
- Reported agency
- Punxsutawney Area School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Punxsutawney Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Mike McMahan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Punxsutawney 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 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 Mike McMahan at (814) 938-5151. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two WAN circuit solutions (lit fiber), 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps bandwidth tiers, Monthly service fees, Managed router/modem lease fees, One-time construction, Installation, And/or connection charges. 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 for E-Rate eligible goods and services is the highest valued criterion" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Punxsutawney Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Punxsutawney Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Punxsutawney 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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 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: Vendor Pricing Sheet, SPIN (Service Provider Identification Number), terms and conditions. Review the full document from Punxsutawney 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: Punxsutawney, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
