Kopperl Independent School District - Leased Lit Fiber and Internet Access Services RFP 270001613
Kopperl Independent School DistrictSchool · Kopperl, TX- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Suzanne Ferrero
- (254) 297-2926
The 30-second brief
Kopperl Independent School District seeks proposals for Data Transmission and Internet Access services, specifically Leased Lit Fiber - Internet Access and Internet Access and Transport Bundled (non-fiber) solutions. Bandwidth options range from approximately 400 Mbps to 1 Gbps, with required increments of 400 Mbps, 500 Mbps, 750 Mbps, and 1 Gbps for Kopperl School located in Kopperl, TX. The project includes installation, initial configuration, maintenance, and technical support. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, with a Q&A close date of October 29, 2026. Bidders must complete the attached form Kopperl_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx and submit proposals through the E-Rate portal at https://erate.esc12.net/R12/. Evaluation criteria include price of eligible service/product (38%), past relationship with vendor (30%), service/product meets requirements (15%), total long term cost to the school (10%), and reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product (7%).
Price of eligible service/product (38), Past relationship with vendor (30), Service/product meets requirements (15), Total long term cost to the school (10), Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product (7)
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Summary
Kopperl Independent School District seeks proposals for Data Transmission and Internet Access services, specifically Leased Lit Fiber - Internet Access and Internet Access and Transport Bundled (non-fiber) solutions.
Bandwidth options range from approximately 400 Mbps to 1 Gbps, with required increments of 400 Mbps, 500 Mbps, 750 Mbps, and 1 Gbps for Kopperl School located in Kopperl, TX. The project includes installation, initial configuration, maintenance, and technical support. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, with a Q&A close date of October 29, 2026. Bidders must complete the attached form Kopperl_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx and submit proposals through the E-Rate portal at https://erate.esc12.net/R12/. Evaluation criteria include price of eligible service/product (38%), past relationship with vendor (30%), service/product meets requirements (15%), total long term cost to the school (10%), and reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product (7%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Kopperl_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net/R12/
- Scope location
- Kopperl, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kopperl Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. 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 Suzanne Ferrero.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kopperl 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 Suzanne Ferrero at (254) 297-2926. 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: "Price of eligible service/product (38), Past relationship with vendor (30), Service/product meets requirements (15), Total long term cost to the school (10), Reputation of vendor and of vendor's servi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kopperl Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Kopperl Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Kopperl Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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: Kopperl_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx. Review the full document from Kopperl 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: Kopperl, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.