Dedicated Internet Access Services and Fiber Optic Transport Services
Brazosport Independent School DistrictSchool · Freeport, TX- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kelly Lackey
- (979) 265-6181
The 30-second brief
Brazosport Independent School District is seeking proposals from qualified Local Internet Access service providers to provide Dedicated Internet Access Services and Fiber Optic Transport Services under RFP #2027.06. The scope of work includes a minimum of 10 Gbps and maximum of 20 Gbps Internet Access port and fiber optic based transport from the service provider's point of presence to Brazosport ISD locations, including the Brazosport Technology Resource Center located at 221 Lakeview Drive, Clute, TX 77531. The contract term is 3 years with two successive 1-year voluntary extensions, starting July 1, 2027. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CT. Questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CT. Pricing must be submitted on the Service Pricing Sheet and will be evaluated based on factors including purchase price, vendor reputation, quality of goods, and long-term cost.
Purchase price (30%), Reputation of the vendor and goods/services (12%), Quality of goods/services (10%), Extent to which goods/services meet District's needs (10%), Vendor's past relationship with District (10%), Impact on ability to comply with laws relating to HUBs (1%), Long-term cost (12%), State residency/employment factor (0%), Other relevant factors including Service Level Agreement (5%), Proposed Implementation Plan (5%), Local Service and Support Team (5%)
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Summary
Brazosport Independent School District is seeking proposals from qualified Local Internet Access service providers to provide Dedicated Internet Access Services and Fiber Optic Transport Services under RFP #2027.06.
The scope of work includes a minimum of 10 Gbps and maximum of 20 Gbps Internet Access port and fiber optic based transport from the service provider's point of presence to Brazosport ISD locations, including the Brazosport Technology Resource Center located at 221 Lakeview Drive, Clute, TX 77531. The contract term is 3 years with two successive 1-year voluntary extensions, starting July 1, 2027. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CT. Questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CT. Pricing must be submitted on the Service Pricing Sheet and will be evaluated based on factors including purchase price, vendor reputation, quality of goods, and long-term cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase price (30%), Reputation of the vendor and goods/services (12%), Quality of goods/services (10%), Extent to which goods/services meet District's needs (10%), Vendor's past relationship with District (10%), Impact on ability to comply with laws relating to HUBs (1%), Long-term cost (12%), State residency/employment factor (0%), Other relevant factors including Service Level Agreement (5%), Proposed Implementation Plan (5%), Local Service and Support Team (5%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
22- Liability insurance certificate
- Workmen's compensation certificate
- Form 1295 Disclosure of Interested Parties
- Exceptions page
- Service provider annual certification form
- Form 472 BEAR Form agreement
- Customer service support phone numbers list
- Local support management and sales team organizational chart
- Billing dispute process description
- 3 references
- IP address policy and cost
- Circuit and backbone maps
- Internet service contract
- SLA copy
- Usage reports description
- Network redundancy description
- Point of demarcation description
- 24/7 support confirmation
- Peering arrangement descriptions
- DDoS service offering information
- Pricing tables
- Signed proposal acknowledgement
- Submit to
- Office of the Chief Financial Officer, 301 W. Brazoswood Drive, Clute, Texas, 77531 or mailed to P.O. Drawer Z, Freeport, Texas, 77541
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Clute, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Brazosport Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the Chief Financial Officer, 301 W. Brazoswood Drive, Clute, Texas, 77531 or mailed to P.O. Drawer Z, Freeport, Texas, 77541. For questions, contact Kelly Lackey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Brazosport 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 Kelly Lackey at (979) 265-6181. 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: "Purchase price (30%), Reputation of the vendor and goods/services (12%), Quality of goods/services (10%), Extent to which goods/services meet District's needs (10%), Vendor's past relationship with Di..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Brazosport Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Brazosport Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Brazosport 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 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: liability insurance certificate, workmen's compensation certificate, Form 1295 Disclosure of Interested Parties, exceptions page, service provider annual certification form, Form 472 BEAR Form agreeme. Review the full document from Brazosport 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: Clute, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.