Socorro Independent School District - Lit and Dark Fiber WAN Services - RFP E2717, 2026
Socorro Independent School DistrictSchool · El Paso, TX- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Mrs. Morales
- (915) 937-0168
The 30-second brief
Socorro Independent School District seeks proposals for Leased Lit Fiber or Leased Dark Fiber services for Funding Year 2027 under RFP E2717. The turnkey solution must provide secure, reliable, high-capacity connectivity across up to 59 eligible sites and 48 WAN connections, supporting 10 Gbps minimum bandwidth scalable to 20, 40, and 100 Gbps. Scope includes data transmission, network hubs, special construction, Category One network equipment (Cisco Nexus 9300 or equivalent), and E-Rate compliance. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, with a vendor question deadline of November 30, 2026. Required submissions include EDGAR Vendor Certification, CIQ Form, W-9 Form, references, Network Hubs One-Time Pricing E-Rate Worksheet, and Special Construction One-Time Pricing E-Rate Worksheet.
Leased Lit Fiber services, Leased Dark Fiber services, Category One Network Equipment
Purchase price, reputation of the vendor, quality of goods or services, extent to which goods or services meet district's needs, vendor's past relationship, impact on HUB compliance, total long-term cost, principal place of business/employment, other relevant factors
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Summary
Socorro Independent School District seeks proposals for Leased Lit Fiber or Leased Dark Fiber services for Funding Year 2027 under RFP E2717.
The turnkey solution must provide secure, reliable, high-capacity connectivity across up to 59 eligible sites and 48 WAN connections, supporting 10 Gbps minimum bandwidth scalable to 20, 40, and 100 Gbps. Scope includes data transmission, network hubs, special construction, Category One network equipment (Cisco Nexus 9300 or equivalent), and E-Rate compliance. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, with a vendor question deadline of November 30, 2026. Required submissions include EDGAR Vendor Certification, CIQ Form, W-9 Form, references, Network Hubs One-Time Pricing E-Rate Worksheet, and Special Construction One-Time Pricing E-Rate Worksheet.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Purchase price
- Reputation of the vendor
- Quality of goods or services
- Extent to which goods or services meet district's needs
- Vendor's past relationship
- Impact on HUB compliance
- Total long-term cost
- Principal place of business/employment
- Other relevant factors
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Leased Lit Fiber services
- Leased Dark Fiber services
- Category One Network Equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- EDGAR Certification Form
- CIQ Form
- W-9 Form
- Reference Form
- Network Hubs One-Time Pricing E-Rate Worksheet
- Special Construction One-Time Pricing E-Rate Worksheet
- Submit to
- https://www.sisd.net/o/sisd//page/sisd-e-bid-system-and-supplier-registration
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- El Paso, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Socorro Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 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://www.sisd.net/o/sisd//page/sisd-e-bid-system-and-supplier-registration. For questions, contact Mrs. Morales.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Socorro 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 Mrs. Morales at (915) 937-0168. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Lit Fiber services, Leased Dark Fiber services, Category One Network Equipment. 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, reputation of the vendor, quality of goods or services, extent to which goods or services meet district's needs, vendor's past relationship, impact on HUB compliance, total long-term c..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Socorro Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Socorro Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Socorro 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 10, 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: EDGAR Certification Form, CIQ Form, W-9 Form, Reference Form, Network Hubs One-Time Pricing E-Rate Worksheet, Special Construction One-Time Pricing E-Rate Worksheet. Review the full document from Socorro 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: El Paso, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
