School District of Desoto County - Wide Area Network (WAN) Transport Services RFP 270003620 (2026)
DeSoto County School DistrictSchool · Arcadia, FL- Due
- Dec 16, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Brent Scribner
- (863) 494-4222 ext 1409
The 30-second brief
The School District of Desoto County is seeking proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services connecting the District Office NOC to the new construction high school in Arcadia, Florida. The solicitation requests options for Leased Dark Fiber (12 strands, 6 pair) and Leased Lit Fiber with initial bandwidth connections of 10 Gbps and scalable up to 40 Gbps, along with network maintenance and operations. Services are needed effective July 1, 2027, with an initial contract term of 24 months and three optional 12-month renewal periods. Proposals must be submitted via email by December 16, 2026, and include a completed Microsoft Excel-compatible pricing attachment and service provider terms. Evaluation is primarily based on cost of E-Rate eligible services, technical merit, and prior experience.
Cost of E-Rate eligible services, E-Rate ineligible costs, overall/long-term cost, technical merit/capability, prior experience, completeness of proposal response
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Summary
The School District of Desoto County is seeking proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) transport services connecting the District Office NOC to the new construction high school in Arcadia, Florida.
The solicitation requests options for Leased Dark Fiber (12 strands, 6 pair) and Leased Lit Fiber with initial bandwidth connections of 10 Gbps and scalable up to 40 Gbps, along with network maintenance and operations. Services are needed effective July 1, 2027, with an initial contract term of 24 months and three optional 12-month renewal periods. Proposals must be submitted via email by December 16, 2026, and include a completed Microsoft Excel-compatible pricing attachment and service provider terms. Evaluation is primarily based on cost of E-Rate eligible services, technical merit, and prior experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of E-Rate eligible services
- E-Rate ineligible costs
- Overall/long-term cost
- Technical merit/capability
- Prior experience
- Completeness of proposal response
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Completed Pricing Attachment in xlsx format
- Service provider's terms and conditions
- SPIN
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Arcadia, FL
- Reported agency
- School District of Desoto County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from DeSoto County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Brent Scribner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including DeSoto 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 Brent Scribner at (863) 494-4222 ext 1409. 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: "Cost of E-Rate eligible services, E-Rate ineligible costs, overall/long-term cost, technical merit/capability, prior experience, completeness of proposal response" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from DeSoto County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from DeSoto County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, DeSoto 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 16, 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: Completed Pricing Attachment in xlsx format, Service provider's terms and conditions, SPIN. Review the full document from DeSoto 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: Arcadia, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.