Warsaw Community Schools Internet Access and Data Transmission RFP 2027 - 235523
Warsaw Community SchoolsSchool · Warsaw, IN- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kyle Carter
- (574) 371-5098
The 30-second brief
Warsaw Community Schools seeks proposals for Internet Access and Data Transmission Services under FCC Form 470 #270002498 for Funding Year 2027. The applicant requires symmetrical bandwidth at 10 Gbps scalable to 20 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the Warsaw Schools Admin Building located at 1 Administration Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580, beginning July 1, 2027. Services include support for Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) peering with the applicant's Autonomous System Number (ASN), public IPv4 address block advertising, point-to-point IPv4 subnets, and optional SIP voice communications support. Bids are due by 1:00 PM prevailing time on December 1, 2026, with technical questions due by November 10, 2026. The contract term is three years with options for two 1-year extensions, contingent upon E-Rate funding.
Data Transmission and/or Internet Access, Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, 10 Gbps scalable to 20 Gbps bandwidth, BGP peering, Point-to-point IPv4 subnet, Public IPv4 address block, SIP services
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
Warsaw Community Schools seeks proposals for Internet Access and Data Transmission Services under FCC Form 470 #270002498 for Funding Year 2027.
The applicant requires symmetrical bandwidth at 10 Gbps scalable to 20 Gbps with guaranteed throughput to the Warsaw Schools Admin Building located at 1 Administration Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580, beginning July 1, 2027. Services include support for Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) peering with the applicant's Autonomous System Number (ASN), public IPv4 address block advertising, point-to-point IPv4 subnets, and optional SIP voice communications support. Bids are due by 1:00 PM prevailing time on December 1, 2026, with technical questions due by November 10, 2026. The contract term is three years with options for two 1-year extensions, contingent upon 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 DELIVERABLES
7- Data Transmission and/or Internet Access
- Internet Access and Data Transmission Service
- 10 Gbps scalable to 20 Gbps bandwidth
- BGP peering
- Point-to-point IPv4 subnet
- Public IPv4 address block
- SIP services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
A description of services to be provided with detailed construction timeline, Complete pricing for services, Proposed Service Level Agreement (SLA), Three (3) reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, A sample contract
- Submit to
- [email protected] and copied to [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Warsaw, IN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Warsaw Community Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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] and copied to [email protected]. For questions, contact Kyle Carter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Warsaw 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 Kyle Carter at (574) 371-5098. 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, Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, 10 Gbps scalable to 20 Gbps bandwidth, BGP peering, Point-to-point IPv4 subnet, Public IPv4 address block, SIP services. 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 (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 Warsaw Community Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Warsaw Community Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Warsaw 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 1, 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: A description of services to be provided with detailed construction timeline, Complete pricing for services, Proposed Service Level Agreement (SLA), Three (3) reference sites, E-Rate SPIN Number, A sa. Review the full document from Warsaw 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: Warsaw, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.