# Indianapolis Public Schools Bonfire #RFP-27-002

Indianapolis Public Schools seeks High Bandwidth Metropolitan Area Network Services (MAN) via RFP.

**Posted:** September 17, 2026
**Respond By:** November 12, 2026
**Identifier:** RFP-27-002
**NAICS:** 517311, 517919

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is seeking proposals from telecommunications providers for High Bandwidth Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) Services to upgrade and support the district's network infrastructure.
- Government Buyer:
  - Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), Marion County, Indianapolis, Indiana
- Vendors & OEMs:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all qualified telecommunications providers
- Products/Services Requested:
  - High Bandwidth Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) Services
    - Includes installation, maintenance, and ongoing support
    - E-rate funded procurement
    - Vendors must submit proposals, pricing, and complete contract forms
    - Optional: redlined contract terms and confidential information
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Compliance with e-rate funding guidelines
  - Completion of required contract documentation
  - Open to all qualified providers capable of delivering high bandwidth MAN services
- No specific part numbers or quantities provided; details to be defined in vendor proposals

### Description

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is seeking proposals from qualified telecommunications providers to deliver High Bandwidth Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) Services. This procurement is an e-rate funded solution. The solicitation includes submission of vendor proposals, pricing proposals, and contract forms. Optional submissions include redlined IPS standard contract terms and confidential information. The opportunity is open for bidding until November 12th, 2026.

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