Ruidoso Municipal School District RFP 2026-2027 Category 1 E-Rate Services
Ruidoso Municipal SchoolsSchool · Ruidoso, NM- Due
- Jan 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2025
- Primary contact
- Veronica Prieto
- (575) 630-7000
The 30-second brief
Ruidoso Municipal School District is seeking proposals for Direct Internet Access (DIA) and leased lit fiber (WAN) services. The RFP outlines two scopes of work for two separate services, and bidders may submit proposals for one or both.
Direct Internet Access proposal, Leased Lit Fiber (WAN) proposal, Description of Proposal, Service Level Agreement, Timeline, Demarcation, Business/Company Profile, Physical Plant Status and History, Public Utility Franchise Status, Local/Regional Repair and Maintenance Resources, References, Technical Proposal Details, Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form, Errors and Omissions Insurance, Cost Proposal
Statement of Work & Technical Specifications, Organizational Factors, Mandatory Proposal Requirements, Cost (E-rate eligible and ineligible)
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Summary
Ruidoso Municipal School District is seeking proposals for Direct Internet Access (DIA) and leased lit fiber (WAN) services. The RFP outlines two scopes of work for two separate services, and bidders may submit proposals for one or both.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Statement of Work & Technical Specifications
- Organizational Factors
- Mandatory Proposal Requirements
- Cost (E-rate eligible and ineligible)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- Direct Internet Access proposal
- Leased Lit Fiber (WAN) proposal
- Description of Proposal
- Service Level Agreement
- Timeline
- Demarcation
- Business/Company Profile
- Physical Plant Status and History
- Public Utility Franchise Status
- Local/Regional Repair and Maintenance Resources
- References
- Technical Proposal Details
- Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Errors and Omissions Insurance
- Cost Proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment A: Intent to Respond to RFP
- Attachment B: Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Attachment C: Acknowledgement of Receipt of Amendments
- Attachment D: Existing Network Diagram
- Attachment E: Direct Internet Access Pricing Sheet
- Attachment F: Leased Lit Fiber (WAN) Pricing Sheet
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Ruidoso, NM
- Reported agency
- Ruidoso Municipal School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Ruidoso Municipal Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Veronica Prieto.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ruidoso Municipal Schools in NM, 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 Veronica Prieto at (575) 630-7000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Direct Internet Access proposal, Leased Lit Fiber (WAN) proposal, Description of Proposal, Service Level Agreement, Timeline, Demarcation, Business/Company Profile, Physical Plant Status and History, Public Utility Franchise Status, Local/Regional Repair and Maintenance Resources, References, Techni. 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: "Statement of Work & Technical Specifications, Organizational Factors, Mandatory Proposal Requirements, Cost (E-rate eligible and ineligible)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ruidoso Municipal Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Ruidoso Municipal Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Ruidoso Municipal 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: Attachment A: Intent to Respond to RFP, Attachment B: Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form, Attachment C: Acknowledgement of Receipt of Amendments, Attachment D: Existing Network Diagram, Attachment. Review the full document from Ruidoso Municipal 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: Ruidoso, NM. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.