Rockdale ISD - Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access Solution - RFP 270000826 (2026)
Rockdale Independent School DistrictSchool · Rockdale, TX- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Amy Trice
- (254) 297-2909
The 30-second brief
Rockdale Independent School District is seeking proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber internet access solution with bandwidth ranging from approximately 2 Gbps to 5 Gbps to terminate at Rockdale High School for all district locations to share. Bids are requested on 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, and 5 Gbps bandwidth options with multi-year contract terms of 2 and 3 years with voluntary extensions. All proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net by November 12, 2026. Purchasing decisions will be based on price of eligible service/product (30 points), reputation of vendor (20 points), past relationship with vendor (20 points), quality of vendor's service/product (10 points), service/product meets school needs (10 points), and long-term cost to applicant (10 points).
Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access Solution, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 5 Gbps bandwidth options, Rockdale_2027_C1 Vendor Response Template.xlsx
Price of Eligible service/product (30), Reputation of vendor (20), Past relationship with vendor (20), Quality of vendor's service/product (10), Service/product meets school needs (10), Long-term cost to applicant (10)
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Summary
Rockdale Independent School District is seeking proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber internet access solution with bandwidth ranging from approximately 2 Gbps to 5 Gbps to terminate at Rockdale High School for all district locations to share.
Bids are requested on 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, and 5 Gbps bandwidth options with multi-year contract terms of 2 and 3 years with voluntary extensions. All proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net by November 12, 2026. Purchasing decisions will be based on price of eligible service/product (30 points), reputation of vendor (20 points), past relationship with vendor (20 points), quality of vendor's service/product (10 points), service/product meets school needs (10 points), and long-term cost to applicant (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access Solution
- 2 Gbps
- 3 Gbps
- 5 Gbps bandwidth options
- Rockdale_2027_C1 Vendor Response Template.xlsx
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Rockdale_2027_C1 Vendor Response Template.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net/R12/
- Scope location
- Rockdale, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Rockdale Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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/R12/. For questions, contact Amy Trice.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Rockdale 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: Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access Solution, 2 Gbps, 3 Gbps, 5 Gbps bandwidth options, Rockdale_2027_C1 Vendor Response Template.xlsx. 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 of Eligible service/product (30), Reputation of vendor (20), Past relationship with vendor (20), Quality of vendor's service/product (10), Service/product meets school needs (10), Long-term cost..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Rockdale Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Rockdale Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Rockdale 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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: Rockdale_2027_C1 Vendor Response Template.xlsx. Review the full document from Rockdale 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: Rockdale, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.