Boerne Independent School District E-Rate WAN, Internet Access, and Firewall Services - RFP 270000869 (2026)
Boerne Independent School DistrictSchool · Boerne, TX- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Santiago Lopez
- (830) 357-2112
The 30-second brief
Boerne Independent School District seeks proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 covering Data Transmission and/or Internet Access (WAN and IA), Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, and Managed Internal Broadband Services. The scope includes leased lit fiber WAN and Internet Access solutions with bandwidth options ranging from 500 Mbps to 20 Gbps across multiple district schools and facilities in Boerne, TX. Category 2 requests include Palo Alto or equivalent firewall appliances, components, software, and licenses with 5-year support. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net.
Leased Lit Fiber - WAN, Leased Lit Fiber - IA, Firewall appliances, Components, Software and licenses, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
Purchase Price of Eligible Goods and Services 30, Qualifications of the Firm - 5+ year experience in deploying wireless infrastructure in a K-12 environment 15, Previous experience with vendor 15, Ability to meet the Districts needs 20, Schedule 10, References 10
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Summary
Boerne Independent School District seeks proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 covering Data Transmission and/or Internet Access (WAN and IA), Internal Connections, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections, and Managed Internal Broadband Services.
The scope includes leased lit fiber WAN and Internet Access solutions with bandwidth options ranging from 500 Mbps to 20 Gbps across multiple district schools and facilities in Boerne, TX. Category 2 requests include Palo Alto or equivalent firewall appliances, components, software, and licenses with 5-year support. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase Price of Eligible Goods and Services 30, Qualifications of the Firm - 5+ year experience in deploying wireless infrastructure in a K-12 environment 15, Previous experience with vendor 15, Ability to meet the Districts needs 20, Schedule 10, References 10
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Leased Lit Fiber - WAN
- Leased Lit Fiber - IA
- Firewall appliances
- Components
- Software and licenses
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Boerne_2027_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net
- Scope location
- Boerne, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Boerne Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 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 Santiago Lopez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Boerne 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 Santiago Lopez at (830) 357-2112. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Lit Fiber - WAN, Leased Lit Fiber - IA, Firewall appliances, Components, Software and licenses, Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections. 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: "Purchase Price of Eligible Goods and Services 30, Qualifications of the Firm - 5+ year experience in deploying wireless infrastructure in a K-12 environment 15, Previous experience with vendor 15, Abi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Boerne Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Boerne Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Boerne Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 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: Boerne_2027_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx. Review the full document from Boerne 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: Boerne, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.