Leary Independent School District - 2027 E-Rate Internet Access & Network Equipment RFP - 270004070
Leary ISDSchool · Texarkana, TX- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heath Shelton
- (903) 838-8960
The 30-second brief
Leary Independent School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 application #270004070) covering Internet access, network equipment, internal connections, and managed internal broadband services in Texarkana, Texas. The scope of work includes 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps internet access and transmission services, leased routers, network switches, Cisco Meraki wireless access points (MR46, MR28), UPS battery backup systems, and renewal licenses for existing network switches. The bid deadline is December 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST, with a mandatory site visit required by appointment for cabling and installation projects. Proposals must be submitted via email to Heath Shelton, and evaluation criteria prioritize price (40 points), work history (20 points), qualifications (15 points), local vendor status (10 points), site visit/deadline (10 points), and final review (5 points).
Internet access 1 Gbps & 2 Gbps, Network switches & license, Wireless access points & licenses, UPS / battery backup, Renewal licenses for existing network switches
PRICE = 40 POINTS, WORK HISTORY = 20 POINTS, QUALIFICATIONS = 15 POINTS, LOCAL VENDOR = 10 POINTS, SITE VISIT (IF APPLICABLE) &/OR PROPOSAL DEADLINE = 10 POINTS, FINAL REVIEW = 5 POINTS
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Summary
Leary Independent School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 application #270004070) covering Internet access, network equipment, internal connections, and managed internal broadband services in Texarkana, Texas.
The scope of work includes 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps internet access and transmission services, leased routers, network switches, Cisco Meraki wireless access points (MR46, MR28), UPS battery backup systems, and renewal licenses for existing network switches. The bid deadline is December 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST, with a mandatory site visit required by appointment for cabling and installation projects. Proposals must be submitted via email to Heath Shelton, and evaluation criteria prioritize price (40 points), work history (20 points), qualifications (15 points), local vendor status (10 points), site visit/deadline (10 points), and final review (5 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- PRICE = 40 POINTS
- WORK HISTORY = 20 POINTS
- QUALIFICATIONS = 15 POINTS
- LOCAL VENDOR = 10 POINTS
- SITE VISIT (IF APPLICABLE) &/OR PROPOSAL DEADLINE = 10 POINTS
- FINAL REVIEW = 5 POINTS
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Internet access 1 Gbps & 2 Gbps
- Network switches & license
- Wireless access points & licenses
- UPS / battery backup
- Renewal licenses for existing network switches
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- USAC Service Provider SPIN #
- Company information and background
- Federal Tax ID certificate (W-9)
- Certificate of insurance
- Complete copy of contract with terms and pricing
- List of references (minimum 3 within the state)
- General Terms page with acknowledgements
- Intent to Bid page
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Texarkana, TX
- Reported agency
- Leary Independent School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Leary ISD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Heath Shelton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Leary ISD 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 Heath Shelton at (903) 838-8960. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Internet access 1 Gbps & 2 Gbps, Network switches & license, Wireless access points & licenses, UPS / battery backup, Renewal licenses for existing network switches. 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 = 40 POINTS, WORK HISTORY = 20 POINTS, QUALIFICATIONS = 15 POINTS, LOCAL VENDOR = 10 POINTS, SITE VISIT (IF APPLICABLE) &/OR PROPOSAL DEADLINE = 10 POINTS, FINAL REVIEW = 5 POINTS" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Leary ISD?
All active and historical solicitations from Leary ISD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Leary ISD 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 15, 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: USAC Service Provider SPIN #, Company information and background, Federal Tax ID certificate (W-9), Certificate of insurance, Complete copy of contract with terms and pricing, List of references (mini. Review the full document from Leary ISD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Texarkana, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
