Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated School Corporation Internet Access and Data Transmission Services RFP - 270002544
Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated SchoolsSchool · Hanover, IN- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kevin Dillman
- (812) 866-1257
The 30-second brief
Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated School Corporation seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services with symmetrical bandwidth at 1 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the District head-end located at Southwestern High School, 167 Main Cross St., Hanover, IN 47243 beginning July 1, 2027. Provide options for basic firewall service as a standard component of your Internet access service. Proposals must reference FCC Form 470 # 270002544 and be emailed to Kevin Dillman at [email protected] by Noon on December 4, 2026. Technical questions are due by Noon on November 6, 2026. The contract term is 3 or 5 years with up to two optional voluntary one-year extensions.
Data transmission and/or Internet access service at 1 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps, Basic firewall service, Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Cost of eligible goods and services, pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references, compliance with requirements
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Summary
Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated School Corporation seeks Internet Access and Data Transmission Services with symmetrical bandwidth at 1 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the District head-end located at Southwestern High School, 167 Main Cross St., Hanover, IN 47243 beginning July 1, 2027.
Provide options for basic firewall service as a standard component of your Internet access service. Proposals must reference FCC Form 470 # 270002544 and be emailed to Kevin Dillman at [email protected] by Noon on December 4, 2026. Technical questions are due by Noon on November 6, 2026. The contract term is 3 or 5 years with up to two optional voluntary one-year extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of eligible goods and services
- Pricing and terms
- Technical details
- SLA
- Experience and references
- Compliance with requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Data transmission and/or Internet access service at 1 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps, Basic firewall service, Service Level Agreement (SLA)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Description of services and construction timeline
- Complete pricing for services described
- Proposed Service Level Agreement
- Three reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- Ready-to-execute or sample contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Hanover, IN
- Reported agency
- S W Jefferson Co Cons Sch Corp
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 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 Kevin Dillman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated Schools 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 Kevin Dillman at (812) 866-1257. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Data transmission and/or Internet access service at 1 Gbps scalable to 5 Gbps, Basic firewall service, Service Level Agreement (SLA). 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: "Cost of eligible goods and services, pricing and terms, 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 Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated Schools 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 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: Description of services and construction timeline, Complete pricing for services described, Proposed Service Level Agreement, Three reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, Ready-to-execute or sample cont. Review the full document from Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated 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: Hanover, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.