Bid guide
How to bid on Ascend704 Managed Network & NOC for South Piedmont Community College
What South Piedmont Community College is buying
South Piedmont Community College needs a fully managed Network Operations Center as a Service (NOCaaS) for its new Ascend704 Entrepreneurship Center. This is an opportunity for technology vendors to provide essential network management services to a college facility.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 21, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit will take place on July 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by the deadline of August 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Missing the mandatory meeting or the submission deadline will result in your bid not being considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for technology firms specializing in network operations, managed IT services, and Network Operations Center (NOC) solutions. Vendors with experience providing services to educational institutions or similar facilities would be a good fit. The relevant category for this bid is technology services.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). You can view the posting and its documents without an account. To respond to the solicitation, you must register for a free vendor account on the eVP. The posting will provide specific instructions on how to submit your response before the deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
Since a mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit are required, make sure to attend to gain a clear understanding of the college's specific needs and the facility's environment. Pay close attention to all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents, especially those related to service level agreements (SLAs) for NOCaaS. Clearly articulate your firm's experience with similar projects and highlight your technical capabilities to manage a network for an entrepreneurship center. Ensure all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted on time through the specified portal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from South Piedmont Community College; the original posting controls.