School City of Mishawaka Wide Area Network RFP 2025
Mishawaka School City, IN·School
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- Reported Agency
- School City of Mishawaka
- Primary Contact
- Matt Modlin
- Contract Term
- 5 years
- Scope Location
- Mishawaka, IN
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
School City of Mishawaka seeks to lease lit network capacity for a Wide Area Network (WAN) connecting 10 sites to a central head-end. The project requires 10 Gbps endpoint connections and a 100 Gbps head-end connection starting July 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of eligible goods and services, technical details, SLA, experience and references, compliance with requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Network WAN diagram, Proposed Service Level Agreement, Pricing options, Reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, Sample contract
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Mishawaka School City?
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. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Matt Modlin.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost of eligible goods and services, technical details, SLA, experience and references, compliance with requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mishawaka School City?
All active and historical solicitations from Mishawaka School City are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Mishawaka School City 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. Review the full document from Mishawaka School City for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mishawaka School City in IN, 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 Matt Modlin. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mishawaka, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Network WAN diagram, Proposed Service Level Agreement, Pricing options, Reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, Sample contract. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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