School Board of Alachua County RFP 26-15 WAN & Internet Connectivity
Alachua County School DistrictSchool · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Dec 16, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jeffrey Garcia
The 30-second brief
This RFP seeks proposals for Turnkey data communication and transport services and internet services with backup for schools and centers. The services must be E-Rate eligible and include installation, maintenance, and support.
WAN Services (e-rate eligible), Internet Service (e-rate eligible), Backup Internet Service (e-rate ineligible)
Design (including SLA), Company Qualifications and Past Experience, Implementation Schedule, Non-Eligible Services and Prices, Price (E-Rate Eligible Services)
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Summary
This RFP seeks proposals for Turnkey data communication and transport services and internet services with backup for schools and centers. The services must be E-Rate eligible and include installation, maintenance, and support.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Design (including SLA)
- Company Qualifications and Past Experience
- Implementation Schedule
- Non-Eligible Services and Prices
- Price (E-Rate Eligible Services)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- WAN Services (e-rate eligible)
- Internet Service (e-rate eligible)
- Backup Internet Service (e-rate ineligible)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 620 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Gainesville, Florida
- Reported agency
- School Board of Alachua County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Alachua County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 16, 2025. 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: Purchasing Department, 620 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. For questions, contact Jeffrey Garcia.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alachua County School District in FL, 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 Jeffrey Garcia. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: WAN Services (e-rate eligible), Internet Service (e-rate eligible), Backup Internet Service (e-rate ineligible). 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: "Design (including SLA), Company Qualifications and Past Experience, Implementation Schedule, Non-Eligible Services and Prices, Price (E-Rate Eligible Services)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Alachua County 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.
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, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D, Attachment E, Attachment F. Review the full document from Alachua County 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: Gainesville, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.