Lindale ISD - ERate WAN Fiber Service RFP - RFP-TS_WAN-01-FY27 (2027)
Lindale Independent School DistrictSchool · Lindale, TX- Due
- Jan 7, 2027
- 65 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Randall Anderson
- (903) 881-4098
The 30-second brief
Lindale Independent School District seeks proposals for a Dedicated Wide Area Network (WAN) providing broadband connectivity between instructional and non-instructional buildings and Lindale High School at 920 East Hubbard Street, Lindale, Texas. The district is requesting bids for both Lit and Dark Fiber options, including a 5-year indefeasible right to use (IRU) dark fiber solution with managed services and a 10Gbps fully managed lit service WAN. The project involves connectivity to four outlying school sites including Lindale Junior High School, E J Moss Intermediate, College Street Elementary, and Velma Penny Elementary. Submissions are due by January 7, 2027, at 4:00 p.m. CST, with contract performance beginning July 1, 2027, for a 5-year term. Vendors must be E-rate eligible, registered with USAC with an active SPIN, and comply with Texas procurement requirements.
Leased Dark Fiber (4 Fiber Strands minimum), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps), Modulating equipment and switches, Network monitoring, NOC services, Maintenance and operations for fiber facilities
Proposed Cost (35 Points), Quality (25 Points), Reputation (10 Points), Past performance (10 Points), Long-term cost (10 Points), Meets district’s needs (5 Points), Other relevant factor(s) (5 Points), Responsiveness to RFP (0 Points), HUB status (0 Points), Parent company or majority owner in TX (0 Points)
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Summary
Lindale Independent School District seeks proposals for a Dedicated Wide Area Network (WAN) providing broadband connectivity between instructional and non-instructional buildings and Lindale High School at 920 East Hubbard Street, Lindale, Texas.
The district is requesting bids for both Lit and Dark Fiber options, including a 5-year indefeasible right to use (IRU) dark fiber solution with managed services and a 10Gbps fully managed lit service WAN. The project involves connectivity to four outlying school sites including Lindale Junior High School, E J Moss Intermediate, College Street Elementary, and Velma Penny Elementary. Submissions are due by January 7, 2027, at 4:00 p.m. CST, with contract performance beginning July 1, 2027, for a 5-year term. Vendors must be E-rate eligible, registered with USAC with an active SPIN, and comply with Texas procurement requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Leased Dark Fiber (4 Fiber Strands minimum)
- Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps)
- Modulating equipment and switches
- Network monitoring
- NOC services
- Maintenance and operations for fiber facilities
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Proposal Certification
- Proposal Submittal
- USAC SLD/FCC Registration Certificate
- Form 498
- Form 1295
- Deviation Form
- References
- Debarment or Suspension/Felony Conviction Notification/Resident Vendor Certification
- Conflict of Interest
- W-9 Form
- Signed Addenda
- Submit to
- Lindale Independent School District, Technology Services, 505 Pierce Street, Lindale, Texas 75771
- Scope location
- Lindale, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lindale Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 7, 2027. 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: Lindale Independent School District, Technology Services, 505 Pierce Street, Lindale, Texas 75771. For questions, contact Randall Anderson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lindale 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 Randall Anderson at (903) 881-4098. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Dark Fiber (4 Fiber Strands minimum), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps), Modulating equipment and switches, Network monitoring, NOC services, Maintenance and operations for fiber facilities. 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: "Proposed Cost (35 Points), Quality (25 Points), Reputation (10 Points), Past performance (10 Points), Long-term cost (10 Points), Meets district’s needs (5 Points), Other relevant factor(s) (5 Points)..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lindale Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Lindale Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lindale Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 January 7, 2027, 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: Proposal Certification, Proposal Submittal, USAC SLD/FCC Registration Certificate, Form 498, Form 1295, Deviation Form, References, Debarment or Suspension/Felony Conviction Notification/Resident Vend. Review the full document from Lindale 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: Lindale, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.