Richland School District - E-Rate Leased Fiber Services - RFP 2027-RICHLAND SD-C1 (2026)
Richland School DistrictSchool · West Richland, WA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Glenn Whitcomb
- (509) 967-6000
The 30-second brief
Richland School District No. 400 is seeking proposals for E-Rate eligible Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services, including leased dark fiber (14 fiber strands) and leased lit fiber (8 circuits), to provide reliable, scalable, and high-capacity connectivity between district facilities, schools, and the data center. The project requires fiber-based transport solutions supporting ring and hub-and-spoke network designs, with options for 10 Gbps or 25 Gbps bandwidth, special construction worksheets, and SLA commitments including 99.99% availability and rapid outage response. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST and must be submitted via the electronic portal. Vendors must possess a valid USAC SPIN, comply with FCC rules and state procurement laws, and submit required attachments including cost proposal forms and certification sheets.
Leased Dark Fiber (14 Fiber Strands), Leased Lit Fiber (8 Each)
Ability to Support Requirements (20), Service Reliability (20), Timeline (10), Scalability (5), Proposed Contract Terms & Conditions (5), Proposal Completion (5), References (5), Recurring and Non-Recurring Costs (30)
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Summary
Richland School District No. 400 is seeking proposals for E-Rate eligible Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services, including leased dark fiber (14 fiber strands) and leased lit fiber (8 circuits), to provide reliable, scalable, and high-capacity connectivity between district facilities, schools, and the data center.
The project requires fiber-based transport solutions supporting ring and hub-and-spoke network designs, with options for 10 Gbps or 25 Gbps bandwidth, special construction worksheets, and SLA commitments including 99.99% availability and rapid outage response. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST and must be submitted via the electronic portal. Vendors must possess a valid USAC SPIN, comply with FCC rules and state procurement laws, and submit required attachments including cost proposal forms and certification sheets.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Leased Dark Fiber (14 Fiber Strands), Leased Lit Fiber (8 Each)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment A: Cost Proposal Form
- Attachment B: Special Construction Worksheet
- Attachment C: Proposer Information and Certification Sheet
- Attachment D: Responsibility Inquiry
- Attachment E: Certified Disadvantaged Business Outreach Plan
- Attachment F: Disclosure Exemption Affidavit
- Submit to
- https://erate.imesd.k12.or.us/submission/9c18f4e9416f137ec290
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- West Richland, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Richland School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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/9c18f4e9416f137ec290. For questions, contact Glenn Whitcomb.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Richland School District in WA, 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 Glenn Whitcomb at (509) 967-6000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Dark Fiber (14 Fiber Strands), Leased Lit Fiber (8 Each). 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: "Ability to Support Requirements (20), Service Reliability (20), Timeline (10), Scalability (5), Proposed Contract Terms & Conditions (5), Proposal Completion (5), References (5), Recurring and Non-Rec..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Richland School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Richland School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Richland School District 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 1, 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: Attachment A: Cost Proposal Form, Attachment B: Special Construction Worksheet, Attachment C: Proposer Information and Certification Sheet, Attachment D: Responsibility Inquiry, Attachment E: Certifie. Review the full document from Richland School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: West Richland, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.