International Leadership of Texas - 2027 RFP Cabling Specifications - RFP 270001885
International Leadership of Texas, Inc.School · Richardson, TX- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Conley Isom
- (254) 297-2929
The 30-second brief
International Leadership of Texas is seeking proposals for internal connections and cabling services under FCC Form 470 application number 270001885 for funding year 2027. The project requires approximately 750,000 feet of Cat6 plenum data cabling, or equivalent such as Panduit, along with related components including patch panels, faceplates, jacks, wire management equipment, and removal of abandoned cable. Work will take place across multiple school locations including Garland Elementary, Garland High School, College Station Elementary, Lancaster Elementary, Saginaw Elementary, and Katy Elementary in Texas. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the e-rate system by December 1, 2026, with a Q&A close date of October 28, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price of eligible service/product, reputation of past experience with vendor, quality of goods/services, service meeting school needs, and total cost of ownership.
Approximately 750, 000 feet Cat6 Plenum data cabling or equivalent; 24 Port-Cat 6 Patch Panels for 500 ports; Face plates, Jacks, Patching for all ports/drops; Wire management equipment; Removal of all existing abandoned/replaced cable; Installation and Configuration of the Above including cable labeling, As-builts, And termination
Price of Eligible service/product (30 points), Reputation of past experience with vendor (25 points), Quality of the vendor's goods or services (25 points), Service/product meets school needs (10 points), Total cost of ownership (10 points)
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Summary
International Leadership of Texas is seeking proposals for internal connections and cabling services under FCC Form 470 application number 270001885 for funding year 2027.
The project requires approximately 750,000 feet of Cat6 plenum data cabling, or equivalent such as Panduit, along with related components including patch panels, faceplates, jacks, wire management equipment, and removal of abandoned cable. Work will take place across multiple school locations including Garland Elementary, Garland High School, College Station Elementary, Lancaster Elementary, Saginaw Elementary, and Katy Elementary in Texas. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the e-rate system by December 1, 2026, with a Q&A close date of October 28, 2026. Evaluation criteria include price of eligible service/product, reputation of past experience with vendor, quality of goods/services, service meeting school needs, and total cost of ownership.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Approximately 750, 000 feet Cat6 Plenum data cabling or equivalent
- 24 Port-Cat 6 Patch Panels for 500 ports
- Face plates, Jacks, Patching for all ports/drops
- Wire management equipment
- Removal of all existing abandoned/replaced cable
- Installation and Configuration of the Above including cable labeling, As-builts, And termination
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
IL Texas 2027 RFP Cabling Specifications.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net
- Scope location
- Richardson, TX
- Reported agency
- International Leadership of Texas
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from International Leadership of Texas, Inc.?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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 Conley Isom.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including International Leadership of Texas, Inc. 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 Conley Isom at (254) 297-2929. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Approximately 750, 000 feet Cat6 Plenum data cabling or equivalent; 24 Port-Cat 6 Patch Panels for 500 ports; Face plates, Jacks, Patching for all ports/drops; Wire management equipment; Removal of all existing abandoned/replaced cable; Installation and Configuration of the Above including cable lab. 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 points), Reputation of past experience with vendor (25 points), Quality of the vendor's goods or services (25 points), Service/product meets school needs (10 poin..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from International Leadership of Texas, Inc.?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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: IL Texas 2027 RFP Cabling Specifications.xlsx. Review the full document from International Leadership of Texas, Inc. for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Richardson, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.