Milford Independent School District - E-Rate Category 1 Data Transmission Services RFP 2728 INT - 2026
Milford Independent School DistrictSchool · Milford, TX- Due
- Dec 22, 2026
- 39 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lisa Gionet
- (580) 332-1444
The 30-second brief
Milford Independent School District requests proposals for broadband internet access and leased on-premise router under E-Rate Funding Year 2027-28 (FCC Form 470 # 270002308, RFP # MISD 2027 C1 INT). The scope includes internet access and data transmission service along with category one network equipment, providing incremental pricing for bandwidth options from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps. Vendors must submit proposals and questions via the online Bonfire portal no later than the submission deadline on December 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time, with questions due by November 17, 2026. Required submissions include Attachment A Pricing, Attachment B Certifications, Experience and References, Attachment C Vendor Forms, FCC Form 498 ID (SPIN), FCC registration number, and a signed contract/agreement. Proposals are evaluated based on price of E-Rate eligible items, price of other costs, reputation, quality of service, meet district needs, past relationships, underutilized business, and long-term cost.
Price-E-Rate eligible items 30, Price-Other Costs 5, Reputation 15, Quality of Service 15, Meet District Needs 10, Past Relationships 10, Underutilized Business 5, Long Term Cost 10
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Summary
Milford Independent School District requests proposals for broadband internet access and leased on-premise router under E-Rate Funding Year 2027-28 (FCC Form 470 # 270002308, RFP # MISD 2027 C1 INT).
The scope includes internet access and data transmission service along with category one network equipment, providing incremental pricing for bandwidth options from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps. Vendors must submit proposals and questions via the online Bonfire portal no later than the submission deadline on December 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time, with questions due by November 17, 2026. Required submissions include Attachment A Pricing, Attachment B Certifications, Experience and References, Attachment C Vendor Forms, FCC Form 498 ID (SPIN), FCC registration number, and a signed contract/agreement. Proposals are evaluated based on price of E-Rate eligible items, price of other costs, reputation, quality of service, meet district needs, past relationships, underutilized business, and long-term cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Price-E-Rate eligible items 30
- Price-Other Costs 5
- Reputation 15
- Quality of Service 15
- Meet District Needs 10
- Past Relationships 10
- Underutilized Business 5
- Long Term Cost 10
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment A - Pricing
- Attachment B – Certifications
- Experience and References
- Attachment C – Vendor Forms
- FCC Form 498 ID (Service Provider Identification Number)
- FCC registration Number (FCC RN)
- Contracts or legally binding agreement
- Submit to
- https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal
- Scope location
- Milford, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Milford Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://kelloggllc.bonfirehub.com/portal. For questions, contact Lisa Gionet.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Milford 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 Lisa Gionet at (580) 332-1444. 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-E-Rate eligible items 30, Price-Other Costs 5, Reputation 15, Quality of Service 15, Meet District Needs 10, Past Relationships 10, Underutilized Business 5, Long Term Cost 10" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Milford Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Milford Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Milford 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 22, 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: Attachment A - Pricing, Attachment B – Certifications, Experience and References, Attachment C – Vendor Forms, FCC Form 498 ID (Service Provider Identification Number), FCC registration Number (FCC RN. Review the full document from Milford 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: Milford, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
