Roanoke City Public Schools RFP 3189 Network Equipment and Licenses
Roanoke City Public SchoolsSchool · Roanoke, VA- Due
- Jan 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2025
- Primary contact
- Eric Thornton
- (540) 853-1348
The 30-second brief
Roanoke City Public Schools is soliciting proposals for the purchase of network equipment and licenses for the E-Rate Funding Year 2026. The contract will be used to operate the school district's broadband Wide Area Network service and Internet access service.
Method and plan for providing services, Expertise, experience, and qualifications of personnel, References & Financial Responsibility, Price of Eligible Services
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Summary
Roanoke City Public Schools is soliciting proposals for the purchase of network equipment and licenses for the E-Rate Funding Year 2026. The contract will be used to operate the school district's broadband Wide Area Network service and Internet access service.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Method and plan for providing services
- Expertise
- Experience
- Qualifications of personnel
- References & Financial Responsibility
- Price of Eligible Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Appendix A
- State Corporation Commission Form
- Proprietary and Confidential Information Form
- Anti-Collusion Certification
- Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise Certification
- W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification
- Certification of Compliance with Virginia Code
- Reference Form
- Certification of Proposal
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Roanoke, Virginia
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Roanoke City Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Eric Thornton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Roanoke City Public Schools in VA, 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 Eric Thornton at (540) 853-1348. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Method and plan for providing services, Expertise, experience, and qualifications of personnel, References & Financial Responsibility, Price of Eligible Services" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Roanoke City Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Roanoke City Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Roanoke City Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Appendix A, State Corporation Commission Form, Proprietary and Confidential Information Form, Anti-Collusion Certification, Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise Certification, W-9 Request for Ta. Review the full document from Roanoke City Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Roanoke, Virginia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.