Rankin ISD - Maintenance & Operations of Self-Provisioned Network - RFP 270000694 (2027)
Rankin Independent School DistrictSchool · Rankin, TX- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Amy Trice
- (254) 297-2909
The 30-second brief
Rankin Independent School District is seeking proposals for the maintenance and operations of a self-provisioned network from Rankin School-DEMARC to district-wide locations, including 3 entities and 5 annexes. The scope encompasses data transmission and/or internet access services, minimum capacity 1 Gbps up to 10 Gbps, with installation, activation, initial configuration, and maintenance and technical support. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net by November 18, 2026. Evaluation criteria include purchase price of eligible products and services (30 points), vendor's past relationship with the district (20 points), reputation (15 points), total long-term cost (15 points), quality (10 points), and meeting district needs (10 points). Vendors must have a valid SPIN and be in good standing with the FCC.
Maintenance & Operations for Data Transmission Services
Purchase price of Eligible products and services (30), The vendor's past relationship with the district (20), The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods or services (15), The total long-term cost to the district to acquire the goods or services (15), The quality of the vendor's goods or services (10), The extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (10)
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Summary
Rankin Independent School District is seeking proposals for the maintenance and operations of a self-provisioned network from Rankin School-DEMARC to district-wide locations, including 3 entities and 5 annexes.
The scope encompasses data transmission and/or internet access services, minimum capacity 1 Gbps up to 10 Gbps, with installation, activation, initial configuration, and maintenance and technical support. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net by November 18, 2026. Evaluation criteria include purchase price of eligible products and services (30 points), vendor's past relationship with the district (20 points), reputation (15 points), total long-term cost (15 points), quality (10 points), and meeting district needs (10 points). Vendors must have a valid SPIN and be in good standing with the FCC.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase price of Eligible products and services (30), The vendor's past relationship with the district (20), The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods or services (15), The total long-term cost to the district to acquire the goods or services (15), The quality of the vendor's goods or services (10), The extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (10)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Maintenance & Operations for Data Transmission Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Rankin_2027_District Locations.pdf
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Rankin, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rankin Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 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 Amy Trice.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rankin 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 Amy Trice at (254) 297-2909. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Maintenance & Operations for Data Transmission Services. 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: "Purchase price of Eligible products and services (30), The vendor's past relationship with the district (20), The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods or services (15), The total long-te..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rankin Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Rankin Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Rankin 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 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 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: Rankin_2027_District Locations.pdf. Review the full document from Rankin 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: Rankin, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.