Salado Independent School District - Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access - RFP 270002252 (2026)
Salado Independent School DistrictSchool · Salado, TX- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Susan Vardeman
- (254) 297-2905
The 30-second brief
Salado Independent School District is seeking proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber internet access solution with bandwidth options ranging from 5 Gbps to 10 Gbps to terminate at Salado Creek Elementary (DMARC) for all district locations to share. The procurement falls under E-Rate Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 #270002252) with a 5-year contract term. Vendors must bid in increments of 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps and complete the attached vendor form "Salado_C1 Vendor attachment". Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through the E-Rate portal system at https://erate.esc12.net/R12/. Questions are due by November 5, 2026.
Leased lit fiber internet access solution, 5 Gbps to 10 Gbps bandwidth
Price of Eligible products and services: 35, Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/products: 15, Quality of vendor's service/products: 15, Service/product meets school needs: 15, Past relationship with vendor: 10, Total long term cost to the school: 5, Complies with Federal program rules: 5
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Summary
Salado Independent School District is seeking proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber internet access solution with bandwidth options ranging from 5 Gbps to 10 Gbps to terminate at Salado Creek Elementary (DMARC) for all district locations to share.
The procurement falls under E-Rate Funding Year 2027 (Form 470 #270002252) with a 5-year contract term. Vendors must bid in increments of 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps and complete the attached vendor form "Salado_C1 Vendor attachment". Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through the E-Rate portal system at https://erate.esc12.net/R12/. Questions are due by November 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Price of Eligible products and services: 35
- Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/products: 15
- Quality of vendor's service/products: 15
- Service/product meets school needs: 15
- Past relationship with vendor: 10
- Total long term cost to the school: 5
- Complies with Federal program rules: 5
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Leased lit fiber internet access solution, 5 Gbps to 10 Gbps bandwidth
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Salado_C1 Vendor attachment_IA.xlsx, signed addenda
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net/R12/
- Scope location
- Salado, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Salado Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 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 Susan Vardeman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Salado 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 Susan Vardeman at (254) 297-2905. 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, 5 Gbps to 10 Gbps bandwidth. 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 products and services: 35, Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/products: 15, Quality of vendor's service/products: 15, Service/product meets school needs: 15, Past relations..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Salado Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Salado Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Salado 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 December 3, 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: Salado_C1 Vendor attachment_IA.xlsx, signed addenda. Review the full document from Salado 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: Salado, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.