Tazewell County Public Library - Internet Access and Data Transmission Service - RFP 270000966
Tazewell CountyCounty · Tazewell County, VA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Erica Hall
- (215) 289-3389
The 30-second brief
Tazewell County Public Library is requesting proposals for Internet Access bundled with Transport service for 400 Mbps minimum up to 1 Gbps maximum bandwidth for Tazewell Main Library located at 129 Main Street, Tazewell, VA and Richlands Branch Library located at 102 Suffolk Avenue, Richlands, VA. The library requires equal or greater service to current 400 Mbps x 10 Mbps shared internet access at both locations, including pricing for at least one static IP address and router/modem lease options. Proposals must include monthly recurring charges (MRC), non-recurring charges (NRC), and special construction charges (SPC) where applicable, and are due by November 10, 2026. This procurement is conducted under E-Rate guidelines for Funding Year 2027, with the cost of E-Rate eligible services carrying the greatest weight in evaluation.
Cost of E-Rate eligible services, E-Rate ineligible costs, overall/long-term cost to the Applicant, technical merit/capability of the offer, the Applicant's prior experience with the vendor, local preference, meets/understands needs and/or completeness of the vendor's proposal response
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Summary
Tazewell County Public Library is requesting proposals for Internet Access bundled with Transport service for 400 Mbps minimum up to 1 Gbps maximum bandwidth for Tazewell Main Library located at 129 Main Street, Tazewell, VA and Richlands Branch Library located at 102 Suffolk Avenue, Richlands, VA. The library requires equal or greater service to current 400 Mbps x 10 Mbps shared internet access at both locations, including pricing for at least one static IP address and router/modem lease options.
Proposals must include monthly recurring charges (MRC), non-recurring charges (NRC), and special construction charges (SPC) where applicable, and are due by November 10, 2026. This procurement is conducted under E-Rate guidelines for Funding Year 2027, with the cost of E-Rate eligible services carrying the greatest weight in evaluation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Cost of E-Rate eligible services
- E-Rate ineligible costs
- Overall/long-term cost to the Applicant
- Technical merit/capability of the offer
- The Applicant's prior experience with the vendor
- Local preference
- Meets/understands needs and/or completeness of the vendor's proposal response
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Applicant name
- Form 470 number
- SPIN
- Service provider's terms and conditions
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Tazewell, VA
- Reported agency
- Tazewell County Public Library
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Tazewell County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Erica Hall.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tazewell County in VA, 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 Erica Hall at (215) 289-3389. 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 to the Applicant, technical merit/capability of the offer, the Applicant's prior experience with the vendor, local pre..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tazewell County?
All active and historical solicitations from Tazewell County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Tazewell County 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 November 10, 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: Applicant name, Form 470 number, SPIN, Service provider's terms and conditions. Review the full document from Tazewell County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tazewell, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.