Rainier School District 13 - E-Rate Leased Lit Transport Services RFQ - 2027
Rainier School District 13School · Rainier, OR- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Nick Hansen-Sedor
- (503) 556-3777
The 30-second brief
Rainier School District 13 is seeking proposals for E-Rate leased lit transport MEF EPL services under Form 470 application number 270001138. The procurement requests data transmission and internet access services for bandwidths of 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps, connecting the district office in Rainier, OR to the Northwest Regional ESD in Hillsboro, OR. Service providers must comply with SLD and USAC requirements, maintain a valid SPIN, and adhere to strict Service Level Agreements regarding 99.99% network availability, latency, packet loss, and jitter. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST and must be submitted via the designated online submission portal. Contract terms include 1-year and 3-year preferred options.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, Standalone Data Transmission Service, 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps, MEF EPL Point-to-Point circuits
Price
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Summary
Rainier School District 13 is seeking proposals for E-Rate leased lit transport MEF EPL services under Form 470 application number 270001138.
The procurement requests data transmission and internet access services for bandwidths of 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps, connecting the district office in Rainier, OR to the Northwest Regional ESD in Hillsboro, OR. Service providers must comply with SLD and USAC requirements, maintain a valid SPIN, and adhere to strict Service Level Agreements regarding 99.99% network availability, latency, packet loss, and jitter. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST and must be submitted via the designated online submission portal. Contract terms include 1-year and 3-year preferred options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access
- Standalone Data Transmission Service
- 5 Gbps
- 10 Gbps
- MEF EPL Point-to-Point circuits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Cost Proposal Form
- Service Level Agreement
- SPIN
- Submit to
- https://erate.imesd.k12.or.us/submission/978d9d9026d30e6585d0
- Scope location
- Rainier, OR
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Rainier School District 13?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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: https://erate.imesd.k12.or.us/submission/978d9d9026d30e6585d0. For questions, contact Nick Hansen-Sedor.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Rainier School District 13 in OR, 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 RFQ 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 Nick Hansen-Sedor at (503) 556-3777. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, Standalone Data Transmission Service, 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps, MEF EPL Point-to-Point circuits. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rainier School District 13?
All active and historical solicitations from Rainier School District 13 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Rainier School District 13 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 November 5, 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 RFQ?
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: Cost Proposal Form, Service Level Agreement, SPIN. Review the full document from Rainier School District 13 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rainier, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.