Wa-Nee Community School Corporation - Internet Access and Transport Service RFP - 2027 Internet
Wa-Nee Community SchoolsSchool · Nappanee, IN- Due
- Dec 16, 2026
- 32 days left
- Posted
- Nov 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Ryan Mattern
- (574) 773-3131
The 30-second brief
Wa-Nee Community School Corporation seeks proposals for Internet access bundled with a transport service for funding year 2027. The project requires a total symmetrical bandwidth of 2 Gbps scalable to 4 Gbps, delivered via two separate connections (1 Gbps scalable to 2 Gbps each) to NorthWood High School in Nappanee, IN, and NorthWood Middle School in Wakarusa, IN, beginning July 1, 2027. The scope includes 64 +/- public IPv4 addresses, laddered pricing in 500 Mbps increments, and a proposed Service Level Agreement ensuring 99.99% network availability. The contract term is 3 years with two optional 1-year voluntary extensions. Bids are due by December 16, 2026, and technical questions must be submitted by December 1, 2026. This procurement is contingent upon successful E-Rate funding.
Cost of eligible goods and services (price being the primary factor), pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references, compliance with requirements
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Summary
Wa-Nee Community School Corporation seeks proposals for Internet access bundled with a transport service for funding year 2027.
The project requires a total symmetrical bandwidth of 2 Gbps scalable to 4 Gbps, delivered via two separate connections (1 Gbps scalable to 2 Gbps each) to NorthWood High School in Nappanee, IN, and NorthWood Middle School in Wakarusa, IN, beginning July 1, 2027. The scope includes 64 +/- public IPv4 addresses, laddered pricing in 500 Mbps increments, and a proposed Service Level Agreement ensuring 99.99% network availability. The contract term is 3 years with two optional 1-year voluntary extensions. Bids are due by December 16, 2026, and technical questions must be submitted by December 1, 2026. This procurement is contingent upon successful E-Rate funding.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost of eligible goods and services (price being the primary factor), pricing and terms, technical details, SLA, experience and references, compliance with requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Description of services with construction timeline
- Complete pricing
- Proposed Service Level Agreement
- Three reference sites
- E-Rate SPIN Number
- Sample contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Nappanee, IN
- Reported agency
- Wa-Nee Community School Corporation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Wa-Nee Community Schools?
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]. For questions, contact Ryan Mattern.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Wa-Nee Community 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 Ryan Mattern at (574) 773-3131. 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 eligible goods and services (price being the primary factor), 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 Wa-Nee Community Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Wa-Nee Community Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Wa-Nee Community 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 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: description of services with construction timeline, complete pricing, proposed Service Level Agreement, three reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, sample contract. Review the full document from Wa-Nee Community 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: Nappanee, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
