Aquilla Independent School District - Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access - RFP 270000655 (2026)
Aquilla Independent School DistrictSchool · Aquilla, TX- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Suzanne Ferrero
- (254) 297-2926
The 30-second brief
Aquilla Independent School District is seeking proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber solution (internet access) with bandwidth options ranging from approximately 5 Gbps to 15 Gbps for Aquilla School, located in Aquilla, TX. Bidders should provide pricing in increments of 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps, and 15 Gbps under E-Rate Funding Year 2027. All proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net by November 9, 2026. The procurement is subject to E-Rate program rules, federal program guidelines, and Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability Guidelines.
Price of eligible service/product 30, Reputation of vendor & vendor's service/product 20, Quality of vendor's service/product 15, Service/product meets school needs 10, Past relationship with vendor 10, Discounted billing 10, Ability to comply with federal program rules 5
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Summary
Aquilla Independent School District is seeking proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber solution (internet access) with bandwidth options ranging from approximately 5 Gbps to 15 Gbps for Aquilla School, located in Aquilla, TX. Bidders should provide pricing in increments of 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps, and 15 Gbps under E-Rate Funding Year 2027.
All proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net by November 9, 2026. The procurement is subject to E-Rate program rules, federal program guidelines, and Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability Guidelines.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Price of eligible service/product 30
- Reputation of vendor & vendor's service/product 20
- Quality of vendor's service/product 15
- Service/product meets school needs 10
- Past relationship with vendor 10
- Discounted billing 10
- Ability to comply with federal program rules 5
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Aquilla_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net
- Scope location
- Aquilla, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Aquilla Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://erate.esc12.net. For questions, contact Suzanne Ferrero.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Aquilla 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 Suzanne Ferrero at (254) 297-2926. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 service/product 30, Reputation of vendor & vendor's service/product 20, Quality of vendor's service/product 15, Service/product meets school needs 10, Past relationship with vendor 1..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Aquilla Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Aquilla Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Aquilla 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 9, 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: Aquilla_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx. Review the full document from Aquilla 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: Aquilla, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.