Waukegan CUSD 60 - Fiber Optic Wide Area Network Services - RFP #270002622 (2027)
Waukegan CUSD 60School · Waukegan, IL- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 7 years
- Primary contact
- Tuwanda Peters
- (224) 303-1107
The 30-second brief
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 is seeking proposals for a renewed or new 10-Gigabit fiber optic Wide Area Network (WAN) and Internet connection to connect 29 school locations and facilities across Waukegan, Illinois. The project includes managed leased fiber optic services with turnkey installation, routing equipment, and 99.99% circuit uptime, supporting 5-, 7-, and optional 1-, 2-, and 3-year contract terms under E-rate Program Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 #270002622). Proposals are due by Tuesday, December 15, 2026, at 12:00 noon CST, and must include pricing, SPIN number, E-rate compliance, three references, and proof of insurance.
Price, service, reliability, incumbency, point of presence
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Summary
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 is seeking proposals for a renewed or new 10-Gigabit fiber optic Wide Area Network (WAN) and Internet connection to connect 29 school locations and facilities across Waukegan, Illinois.
The project includes managed leased fiber optic services with turnkey installation, routing equipment, and 99.99% circuit uptime, supporting 5-, 7-, and optional 1-, 2-, and 3-year contract terms under E-rate Program Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 #270002622). Proposals are due by Tuesday, December 15, 2026, at 12:00 noon CST, and must include pricing, SPIN number, E-rate compliance, three references, and proof of insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- Service
- Reliability
- Incumbency
- Point of presence
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- SPIN number
- Certificates of Insurance
- Three E-rate references
- Managed lease/sales contract
- Maintenance contract
- Network Visio drawing
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Waukegan, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Waukegan CUSD 60?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Tuwanda Peters.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Waukegan CUSD 60 in IL, 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 Tuwanda Peters at (224) 303-1107. 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: "Price, service, reliability, incumbency, point of presence" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Waukegan CUSD 60?
All active and historical solicitations from Waukegan CUSD 60 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Waukegan CUSD 60 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 7 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 15, 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: SPIN number, Certificates of Insurance, three E-rate references, managed lease/sales contract, maintenance contract, network Visio drawing. Review the full document from Waukegan CUSD 60 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waukegan, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
