High Speed Internet (ERate)

The Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) is a major urban public school system in Ohio, serving approximately 34,000 students across nearly 110 instructional sites with a staff of around 7,500 teachers and administrators. Its core mission is to ensure that every student has access to a quality education through tailored school-by-school instruction, community engagement, and partnerships with local businesses and academic institutions. The district emphasizes a comprehensive approach to education, fostering collaboration and support to meet its educational goals. The current contract, titled High Speed Internet (ERate), is issued under solicitation number RFP-21411 by the Ohio Division of Information Technology. It was posted on February 3, 2025, with a response deadline of March 4, 2025. The contract aims to secure high-speed internet services with a budget range between five million and fifteen million dollars. The primary contact for this procurement is Seletha Thompson, reachable via email or phone. The project is part of Ohio’s State and Local Government (SLED) initiatives, and further details can be accessed through the provided procurement portal link.