South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District FY27 WAN RFP and E-Rate Form 470 - 270000581
South Euclid-Lyndhurst City SchoolsSchool · Lyndhurst, OH- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Pete Palazzo
- (216) 691-2640
The 30-second brief
South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District is seeking E-Rate Category One services for Funding Year 2027, including Leased Dark Fiber (48 strands), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps to 100 Gbps), Category One Maintenance and Operations, Standalone Data Transmission Service, and Internet Access and Data Transmission Service across 8 entities. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. One site is not E-Rate eligible for pre-k students and must be priced separately. Price is the primary evaluation factor, and bidders must comply with Ohio procurement laws, ORC 3313.46, and ORC 9.24.
Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Category One Maintenance and Operations, Standalone Data Transmission Service, Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
Price of eligible goods and services as the primary factor
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Summary
South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District is seeking E-Rate Category One services for Funding Year 2027, including Leased Dark Fiber (48 strands), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps to 100 Gbps), Category One Maintenance and Operations, Standalone Data Transmission Service, and Internet Access and Data Transmission Service across 8 entities.
The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. One site is not E-Rate eligible for pre-k students and must be priced separately. Price is the primary evaluation factor, and bidders must comply with Ohio procurement laws, ORC 3313.46, and ORC 9.24.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price of eligible goods and services as the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Leased Dark Fiber
- Leased Lit Fiber
- Category One Maintenance and Operations
- Standalone Data Transmission Service
- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment 1 Supplemental Terms
- Attachment 2 General Terms
- Attachment 3 Bidder Info _ Authorized Signature
- Attachment 4 Pricing Worksheet
- Submit to
- https://portal.usac.org/suite/
- Scope location
- Cleveland, OH
- Reported agency
- South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from South Euclid-Lyndhurst City Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: https://portal.usac.org/suite/. For questions, contact Pete Palazzo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including South Euclid-Lyndhurst City Schools in OH, 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 Pete Palazzo at (216) 691-2640. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Dark Fiber, Leased Lit Fiber, Category One Maintenance and Operations, Standalone Data Transmission Service, Internet Access and Data Transmission Service. 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: "Price of eligible goods and services as the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from South Euclid-Lyndhurst City Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from South Euclid-Lyndhurst City Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, South Euclid-Lyndhurst City 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 1 Supplemental Terms, Attachment 2 General Terms, Attachment 3 Bidder Info _ Authorized Signature, Attachment 4 Pricing Worksheet. Review the full document from South Euclid-Lyndhurst City 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: Cleveland, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.