Wallenpaupack Area SD - Dedicated Internet Access and WAN Data Transport - Form 470 #270002465
Wallenpaupack Area SDSchool · Hawley, PA- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kerriann Horan
- (570) 226-4557
The 30-second brief
Wallenpaupack Area School District is seeking proposals for Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) and Wide Area Network (WAN) Data Transport services for Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 #270002465). The scope includes fully managed DIA with incremental bandwidths from 2 Gbps to 5 Gbps and WAN transport connections from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps across multiple district facilities including Wallenpaupack Area High School, Hawley Center Administrative Offices, and Wallenpaupack South Elementary School. Vendors must provide static IP pricing, router lease options, and support SPI billing. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 5 PM ET. Evaluation emphasizes E-Rate eligible service costs, technical merit, vendor experience, and proposal completeness.
Dedicated Internet Access (DIA), Wide Area Network (WAN) Data Transport, Static IP pricing, Router lease options
Cost of E-Rate eligible services, E-Rate ineligible costs, overall/long-term cost, technical merit/capability, vendor experience, proposal completeness
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Summary
Wallenpaupack Area School District is seeking proposals for Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) and Wide Area Network (WAN) Data Transport services for Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 #270002465).
The scope includes fully managed DIA with incremental bandwidths from 2 Gbps to 5 Gbps and WAN transport connections from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps across multiple district facilities including Wallenpaupack Area High School, Hawley Center Administrative Offices, and Wallenpaupack South Elementary School. Vendors must provide static IP pricing, router lease options, and support SPI billing. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 5 PM ET. Evaluation emphasizes E-Rate eligible service costs, technical merit, vendor experience, and proposal completeness.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Cost of E-Rate eligible services
- E-Rate ineligible costs
- Overall/long-term cost
- Technical merit/capability
- Vendor experience
- Proposal completeness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Dedicated Internet Access (DIA)
- Wide Area Network (WAN) Data Transport
- Static IP pricing
- Router lease options
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Applicant name
- Form 470 number
- SPIN
- Service provider’s terms and conditions
- Completed Pricing Attachment in .xlsx format
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Hawley, PA
- Reported agency
- Wallenpaupack Area School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Wallenpaupack Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 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], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Kerriann Horan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Wallenpaupack Area SD in PA, 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 Kerriann Horan at (570) 226-4557. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Dedicated Internet Access (DIA), Wide Area Network (WAN) Data Transport, Static IP pricing, Router lease options. 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 E-Rate eligible services, E-Rate ineligible costs, overall/long-term cost, technical merit/capability, vendor experience, proposal completeness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Wallenpaupack Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Wallenpaupack Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Wallenpaupack Area SD 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 9, 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, Completed Pricing Attachment in .xlsx format. Review the full document from Wallenpaupack Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hawley, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.