Network Infrastructure & Internal Connections: Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, Existing Equipment

Competitive bid for internal connections / network equipment and installation for Gila Crossing Community School (School, 1 eligible entities), funding year 2027.
Requested services:
• Data Transmission and/or Internet Access – Internet Access and Data Transmission Service (qty 1 Each; capacity 1024.00 Mbps to 5120.00 Mbps)
• Managed Internal Broadband Services – Existing Equipment
• Managed Internal Broadband Services – Existing Equipment
• Data Transmission and/or Internet Access – Internet Access and Data Transmission Service (qty 1 Each; capacity 1024.00 Mbps to 5120.00 Mbps)
• Data Transmission and/or Internet Access – Internet Access and Data Transmission Service (qty 1 Each; capacity 1024.00 Mbps to 5120.00 Mbps)
• Data Transmission and/or Internet Access – Internet Access and Data Transmission Service (qty 1 Each; capacity 1024.00 Mbps to 5120.00 Mbps)
• Data Transmission and/or Internet Access – Internet Access and Data Transmission Service (qty 1 Each; capacity 1024.00 Mbps to 5120.00 Mbps)
• Data Transmission and/or Internet Access – Internet Access and Data Transmission Service (qty 1 Each; capacity 1024.00 Mbps to 5120.00 Mbps)
Gila Crossing Community Schools, hereafter referred to as Applicant, is requesting proposals for leased lit fiber (with or without Internet access) for delivery of Internet access service to 4665 West Pecos Road, Laveen, AZ 85339. The new service is being planned to begin on July 1, 2026, which represents the expiration of the current service. Pricing should be included for [1Gbps-5Gbps] increments from the minimum to the maximum bandwidths noted above. We are seeing [1,3,5] year contract options. [3 or 5 years] contracts should allow for upgrades to quoted bandwidth throughout the terms of the contract. All solutions should include installation and initial configuration (if needed), a method to report service outages and receive basic technical support without additional service fees, and a service level agreement.The cost to provide Internet Access (Bandwidth). Bidder's price shall include the following:a. The available bandwidth should be a minimum of 1Gbps.b. There will be no bidders conference, job walk, or product/service demonstrations, either in person or remotely.Vendors must comply with all requirements and specifications contained in the attached RFP and all associated solicitation documents. Failure to comply with any stated requirement may result in disqualification. Quantities identified on FCC Form 470 are estimates only and do not constitute a commitment to purchase or guarantee that any quantity will be awarded.Vendors must not be debarred, suspended, or otherwise prohibited from participating in public procurement. The Applicant reserves the right to reject any bid that does not meet applicable eligibility or procurement requirements.To ensure that all bidders receive the same information and have an equal opportunity to respond, the Applicant will communicate solicitation-related information, including addenda, clarifications, questions and answers, and revisions to the Form 470 or associated bid documents, exclusively through the the program administrator EPC . Service providers are solely responsible for regularly monitoring the EPC for updates, amendments, clarifications, and other information related to this solicitation. The Applicant will not be responsible for a vendors failure to review or receive information posted in the EPC .
The Service Provider agrees to adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, rules, and ordinances. Processing fees will start at $250 and may vary depending on the scope and complexity of the request, to cover administrative costs, including labor and materials, associated with the review, compilation, and fulfillment of the request.
Bids must be considered through 2026-11-03; the applicant may sign a contract on or after that date.