About this opportunity
AI summaryRadnor Township School District seeks vendor proposals for managed fiber data transmission services to deliver connectivity across district sites, with services estimated to start on July 1, 2027. The selected provider must design, provision, install, and activate a high-availability network forming a diverse ring topology capable of 100GB data speeds, while supplying an SLA guaranteeing at least 99.9% uptime. Eligible respondents must be US organizations with an active USAC SPIN number, comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules, provide a copy of their FCC Red-Light status, adhere to prevailing wage rates, and submit at least two current metro Philadelphia K-12 client references. Prospective bidders must email all questions to [email protected] by November 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Final proposals, including a completed Non-Collusion Affidavit, must be emailed to both [email protected] and [email protected] no later than December 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Radnor Township School District
- Solicitation No.
- YR2027-02
Scope of work
- Design, provision, install, and activate a high-available high-speed managed lit fiber ring network
- Design, provision, install, and activate a high-available high-speed managed dark fiber ring network
- Deliver 40GB and 100GB bandwidth options across five designated district school sites
- Provide 1 pair and 6 pair single mode fiber options meeting ITU-T G.652.C/D specifications
- Install vendor-supplied LC patch panels in MDFs with OM4 LC customer handoffs
- Ensure unique, diverse, direct connection pathways without break forming a contiguous ring
- Provide network monitoring with email and SMS alerting for SLA-impacting issues
- Provide irrefutable right of use on all leased fiber
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Cost | heaviest weighted factor |
| Positive/negative previous experience(s) with the service provider | Not specified |
| Seamless integration/compatibility with current infrastructure | Not specified |
| Compliance with bid requirements | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must have an active/valid USAC SPIN number
- Must participate and be thoroughly familiar with FCC Universal Service Order and E-rate program rules
- Must not be on SLD FCC Red-Light Status or in Select Review
- Must provide at least two current metro Philadelphia, PA, K-12 clients using the same requested services
- Must comply with FCC Lowest Corresponding Price rules
- Must comply with local jurisdiction prevailing wage rates
- Must secure all required record checks for criminal history and child abuse clearances for all workers
- Proposals cannot include equipment from Huawei or ZTE
Documents to include with your response
- Signed vendor proposal with required pricing breakdown and estimated fiber distances
- Signed solicitation requirements document (page 3)
- Two current metro Philadelphia, PA, K-12 client references with contact information
- Standard Service Level Agreement outlining network availability, latency, packet delivery, and credit allowances
- List of written bid exceptions, if applicable
- Copy of current SLD FCC Red-Light Status
- Vendor contact information including phone and email
- Completed and notarized Non-Collusion Affidavit Form
- Vendor estimated timeline for installation
Key dates
- Questions due
- November 23, 2026 at 12:00pm EST
- Proposals due
- December 1, 2026 at 12:00pm EST
- Estimated services startup
- July 1, 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Submit proposals via email to both [email protected] and [email protected] prior to the deadline.
Contract details
- Term
- Sixty (60) month term with a twelve (12) month voluntary extension
- Place of performance
- Five school locations in Wayne, Radnor, and Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
- Funding
- Universal Service Fund (USF) E-rate Funding Year 2027-2028 (Form 470 # 270002824)