Twin Valley USD 240 E-Rate Form 470 Network Services and Equipment RFP 2027 - Bennington KS
Twin Valley Unified School District 240School · Bennington, KS- Due
- Dec 11, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kinsy McVay
- (785) 488-3321 ext 247
The 30-second brief
Twin Valley USD 240 seeks competitive bids for E-Rate funding year 2027 network services, internet access, internal connections, and managed internal broadband services (MIBS). Scope includes standalone data transmission service, leased lit fiber network connections ranging from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps across district buildings, firewall service components, wireless access points (WAPs), wireless controllers, switches, and associated software, licenses, and maintenance support. Named assets include Bennington Elementary School, Bennington High School, Tescott Elementary School, Tescott High School, and Twin Valley District Office in Bennington and Tescott, KS. Submission deadline is 2026-12-11. Bids must follow FCC E-Rate guidelines, Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) rules, and Kansas bidding laws.
Standalone Data Transmission Services, Leased Lit Fiber Network, Firewall Service Components and Software, Wireless Access Points and Software, Wireless Controllers and Software, Switches and Software, Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS)
Price being the primary factor
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Summary
Twin Valley USD 240 seeks competitive bids for E-Rate funding year 2027 network services, internet access, internal connections, and managed internal broadband services (MIBS).
Scope includes standalone data transmission service, leased lit fiber network connections ranging from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps across district buildings, firewall service components, wireless access points (WAPs), wireless controllers, switches, and associated software, licenses, and maintenance support. Named assets include Bennington Elementary School, Bennington High School, Tescott Elementary School, Tescott High School, and Twin Valley District Office in Bennington and Tescott, KS. Submission deadline is 2026-12-11. Bids must follow FCC E-Rate guidelines, Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) rules, and Kansas bidding laws.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price being the primary factor
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Standalone Data Transmission Services
- Leased Lit Fiber Network
- Firewall Service Components and Software
- Wireless Access Points and Software
- Wireless Controllers and Software
- Switches and Software
- Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Detailed item pricing and descriptions
- SPIN
- Company name
- Contact information
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bennington, KS
- Reported agency
- Twin Valley USD 240
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Twin Valley Unified School District 240?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 11, 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 Kinsy McVay.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Twin Valley Unified School District 240 in KS, 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 Kinsy McVay at (785) 488-3321 ext 247. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standalone Data Transmission Services, Leased Lit Fiber Network, Firewall Service Components and Software, Wireless Access Points and Software, Wireless Controllers and Software, Switches and Software, Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS). 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 being the primary factor" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Twin Valley Unified School District 240?
All active and historical solicitations from Twin Valley Unified School District 240 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Twin Valley Unified School District 240 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 11, 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: detailed item pricing and descriptions, SPIN, company name, contact information. Review the full document from Twin Valley Unified School District 240 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bennington, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
