Frio County Telephone Systems Internet Services Bid 2026
- Due
- Apr 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Crystal Marquez
- (830) 505-2983
The 30-second brief
Frio County is seeking qualified vendors to provide design, implementation, support, and/or services for its existing network and telephone infrastructure, including a complete VOIP telephone system and internet services deployment across twelve locations. The bid covers installation, hardware, and ongoing services.
Best value, not solely lowest price, including purchase price, vendor reputation and service quality, past performance, compliance, long-term cost of ownership, experience, ability to meet requirements, brand-name equipment, warranty and support, overall value, customer references, and project timeline.
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Summary
Frio County is seeking qualified vendors to provide design, implementation, support, and/or services for its existing network and telephone infrastructure, including a complete VOIP telephone system and internet services deployment across twelve locations.
The bid covers installation, hardware, and ongoing services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
14- Best value
- Not solely lowest price
- Including purchase price
- Vendor reputation and service quality
- Past performance
- Compliance
- Long-term cost of ownership
- Experience
- Ability to meet requirements
- Brand-name equipment
- Warranty and support
- Overall value
- Customer references
- Project timeline
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A – Scope of Work
- Scope location
- Pearsall, Texas
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Frio County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Crystal Marquez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Frio County 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 Bid 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 Crystal Marquez at (830) 505-2983. 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: "Best value, not solely lowest price, including purchase price, vendor reputation and service quality, past performance, compliance, long-term cost of ownership, experience, ability to meet requirement..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Frio County?
All active and historical solicitations from Frio County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Frio County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Appendix A – Scope of Work. Review the full document from Frio County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pearsall, Texas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.