Frank Liu Jr. Academy for Music & Arts Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access RFP 270002936 - 2026
Frank Liu Jr Academy For Music & ArtsSchool · Houston, TX- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
Frank Liu Jr. Academy for Music & Arts seeks proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber internet access solution with bandwidth options ranging from approximately 500 Mbps to 5 Gbps, terminating at 234 N. Norwood Street, Houston, TX 77011. Bids should include increments of 500 Mbps, 750 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, and 5 Gbps, with contract options of 1, 3, and 5 years. This E-Rate project requires completion of the attached vendor form FLAMA_C1 Vendor attachment. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, and will be evaluated based on price of E-Rate eligible products, technical and operational needs, quality and reliability, vendor qualifications, implementation timeline, and total long-term cost.
Leased lit fiber internet access solution, Bandwidth options 500 Mbps to 5 Gbps, Installation and initial configuration, Maintenance and technical support
Price of E-Rate-eligible products and services (35), Proposed solution meets schools technical and operational needs (25), Quality and reliability of products and services (15), Vendor qualifications, experience, and reputation (10), Implementation timeline, installation, and technical support (10), Total long-term cost to the school (5)
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Summary
Frank Liu Jr.
Academy for Music & Arts seeks proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber internet access solution with bandwidth options ranging from approximately 500 Mbps to 5 Gbps, terminating at 234 N. Norwood Street, Houston, TX 77011. Bids should include increments of 500 Mbps, 750 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 4 Gbps, and 5 Gbps, with contract options of 1, 3, and 5 years. This E-Rate project requires completion of the attached vendor form FLAMA_C1 Vendor attachment. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, and will be evaluated based on price of E-Rate eligible products, technical and operational needs, quality and reliability, vendor qualifications, implementation timeline, and total long-term cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Leased lit fiber internet access solution
- Bandwidth options 500 Mbps to 5 Gbps
- Installation and initial configuration
- Maintenance and technical support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
FLAMA_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net/R12/
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Houston, TX
- Reported agency
- Frank Liu Jr. Academy for Music & Arts
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Frank Liu Jr Academy For Music & Arts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 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/.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Frank Liu Jr Academy For Music & Arts 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased lit fiber internet access solution, Bandwidth options 500 Mbps to 5 Gbps, Installation and initial configuration, Maintenance and technical support. 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 E-Rate-eligible products and services (35), Proposed solution meets schools technical and operational needs (25), Quality and reliability of products and services (15), Vendor qualifications,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Frank Liu Jr Academy For Music & Arts?
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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 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: FLAMA_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx. Review the full document from Frank Liu Jr Academy For Music & Arts 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.