Alief Independent School District - Leased Lit Fiber Internet Solution - RFP 270001535 (2027)
Alief Independent School DistrictSchool · Houston, TX- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Conley Isom
- (254) 297-2929
The 30-second brief
Seeking quotes for a fully managed, leased lit fiber Internet Access solution with bandwidth options ranging from approximately 25 Gbps to 50 Gbps to terminate at Alief ISD MIS/Police Building for all District locations to share. Please bid in increments of 25 Gbps, 30 Gbps, 35 Gbps, 40 Gbps, 45 Gbps, and 50 Gbps, to give the district the option to scale up the bandwidth during the duration of the contract. The district currently uses /26 and /27 subnets with 64 and 32 available IPs, respectively. Please complete the attached form Alief 2027 C1 Vendor attachment when submitting a bid.
Leased Lit Fiber - IA, Ethernet, Fiber, 25 Gbps to 50 Gbps
Price of Eligible Products and Services 20%, Quality of Vendor's Products and Services 10%, Proposed Products and Services Meets the District's Needs 10%, Quote Accuracy and Completeness 10%, Vendor Reputation 10%, Maintenance & Support 10%, Vendor Installation Plan and Scope 10%, Vendor Experience with Alief ISD 10%, Local Vendor 10%
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Summary
Seeking quotes for a fully managed, leased lit fiber Internet Access solution with bandwidth options ranging from approximately 25 Gbps to 50 Gbps to terminate at Alief ISD MIS/Police Building for all District locations to share.
Please bid in increments of 25 Gbps, 30 Gbps, 35 Gbps, 40 Gbps, 45 Gbps, and 50 Gbps, to give the district the option to scale up the bandwidth during the duration of the contract. The district currently uses /26 and /27 subnets with 64 and 32 available IPs, respectively. Please complete the attached form Alief 2027 C1 Vendor attachment when submitting a bid.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price of Eligible Products and Services 20%
- Quality of Vendor's Products and Services 10%
- Proposed Products and Services Meets the District's Needs 10%
- Quote Accuracy and Completeness 10%
- Vendor Reputation 10%
- Maintenance & Support 10%
- Vendor Installation Plan and Scope 10%
- Vendor Experience with Alief ISD 10%
- Local Vendor 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Leased Lit Fiber - IA
- Ethernet
- Fiber
- 25 Gbps to 50 Gbps
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Alief 2027 C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net
- Scope location
- Houston, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Alief Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://erate.esc12.net. For questions, contact Conley Isom.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alief Independent School District in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Conley Isom at (254) 297-2929. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Lit Fiber - IA, Ethernet, Fiber, 25 Gbps to 50 Gbps. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price of Eligible Products and Services 20%, Quality of Vendor's Products and Services 10%, Proposed Products and Services Meets the District's Needs 10%, Quote Accuracy and Completeness 10%, Vendor R..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alief Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Alief Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Alief Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Alief 2027 C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx. Review the full document from Alief Independent School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Houston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.