Dedicated Internet Access and WAN Services

Kalispell School District 5 is seeking proposals for dedicated internet access and wide area network transport services, including installation and initial configuration, for its school network.

Kalispell School District 5


General
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270001746
Dec 11, 2026 05:00 PM
Nov 05, 2026 10:30 AM
5 years base + 2 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
Local
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Contact
jason.hecock@sd5.k12.mt.us
Submission Instructions
Email
Applicant name, Form 470 number, SPIN (Service Provider Identification Number), Service provider's terms and conditions, Completed Pricing Attachment
Description

Kalispell School District 5 is seeking proposals for dedicated internet access (DIA) and wide area network (WAN) transport. DIA must provide fully managed service with at least 5 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth, with offers requested up to 10 Gbps. WAN service must provide fully managed transport connections between the district’s internet hub and all listed locations, with specified symmetrical bandwidths ranging from 1 Gbps to 10 Gbps. Proposals may cover DIA, WAN transport, or both; WAN proposals must include every listed location. Installation and initial configuration are requested, and service must reach the building demarcation point. Providers are responsible for delivery-related construction, permitting, pathways, and right-of-way costs. Proposals must include all monthly recurring, non-recurring, and special construction costs, with special construction details sufficient for E-Rate review. Pricing must be submitted using the provided pricing attachment in XLS or XLSX format. The district will evaluate DIA and WAN independently and may award all, part, or none of the requested services. Services are needed beginning July 1, 2027; contracted offers are requested with 60-month pricing, and the district may extend the agreement for two additional 12-month terms.

Classification Codes
NAICS517111Wired Telecommunications Carriers
PSCDG11Telecom access and other usage billing services. Includes internet, cellular services, landline and telephone services. Transport services for data and voice network circuits and associated access facilities and services; includes dedicated and virtual data networks.
Smart Codes
dedicated internet accesswide area network transportnetwork installation and configuration
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Nov 11, 2026 05:00 PM-Questions Due
Nov 13, 2026-Posting of Questions and Clarifications
Dec 11, 2026 05:00 PM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Jul 1, 2027-Services Needed Beginning
Requirements
Scored
Location
Local Preference:Local Preference
Documents
TitleDate Posted
Kalispell ServiceSpec C1 DIA and WAN.pdfNov 05, 2026 10:11 AM
FCC Form 470 #270001746 Application (PDF)Nov 05, 2026 10:30 AM
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