Fairfield Independent School District - Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access - RFP 270003564 (2026)
Fairfield Independent School DistrictSchool · Fairfield, TX- Due
- Dec 18, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Tyler Rains
- (254) 297-2923
The 30-second brief
Fairfield Independent School District is seeking quotes for a fully managed, leased lit fiber Internet Access solution with bandwidth options ranging from 3 Gbps to 5 Gbps to terminate at Fairfield Junior High for all District locations to share. The procurement falls under E-Rate Funding Year 2027, Form 470 Application Number 270003564. Vendors must bid in increments of 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, and 5 Gbps, with contract lengths of 1, 3, and 5 years. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the E-Rate RFP system by December 18, 2026, with questions due by November 18, 2026. Required submissions include the attached form Fairfield_2027_C1 Vendor attachment. Evaluation is based on price of eligible service/product (30 points), past experience/reputation (25 points), service/product meets school needs (20 points), quality of service/product (15 points), and total long term cost (10 points).
Leased Lit Fiber - Internet Access solution with bandwidth options ranging from 3 Gbps to 5 Gbps
Price of eligible service/product (30), Past experience/Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product (25), Service/product meets school needs (20), Quality of Vendor's service/product (15), Total long term cost to the school (10)
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Summary
Fairfield Independent School District is seeking quotes for a fully managed, leased lit fiber Internet Access solution with bandwidth options ranging from 3 Gbps to 5 Gbps to terminate at Fairfield Junior High for all District locations to share.
The procurement falls under E-Rate Funding Year 2027, Form 470 Application Number 270003564. Vendors must bid in increments of 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, and 5 Gbps, with contract lengths of 1, 3, and 5 years. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the E-Rate RFP system by December 18, 2026, with questions due by November 18, 2026. Required submissions include the attached form Fairfield_2027_C1 Vendor attachment. Evaluation is based on price of eligible service/product (30 points), past experience/reputation (25 points), service/product meets school needs (20 points), quality of service/product (15 points), and total long term cost (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Leased Lit Fiber - Internet Access solution with bandwidth options ranging from 3 Gbps to 5 Gbps
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Fairfield_2027_C1 Vendor attachment
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net/R12/
- Scope location
- Fairfield, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fairfield Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 18, 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/R12/. For questions, contact Tyler Rains.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fairfield 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 Tyler Rains at (254) 297-2923. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Lit Fiber - Internet Access solution with bandwidth options ranging from 3 Gbps to 5 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 service/product (30), Past experience/Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product (25), Service/product meets school needs (20), Quality of Vendor's service/product (15), To..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fairfield Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Fairfield Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fairfield 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 18, 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: Fairfield_2027_C1 Vendor attachment. Review the full document from Fairfield 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: Fairfield, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
