Stephenville ISD - E-Rate Data Transmission and Internet Access Services RFP 270001646 (2027)
Stephenville Independent School DistrictSchool · Stephenville, TX- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Suzanne Ferrero
- (254) 297-2926
The 30-second brief
Stephenville Independent School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 data transmission and internet access services, specifically including leased dark fiber and leased lit fiber solutions. The scope covers district-wide area network connectivity connecting the District Network Operations Center at the Stephenville Administration Building to multiple district facilities including Central Elementary School, Chamberlin Elementary School, Gilbert Intermediate School, Henderson Junior High, Hook Elementary, Stephenville DAEP, Stephenville High School, and Stephenville Stadium in Stephenville, Texas. The procurement requests quantities of 2 fiber strands of leased dark fiber and 6 locations of leased lit fiber at 10 Gbps. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net by the submission deadline of November 12, 2026. All vendors must comply with E-Rate program rules, have a valid SPIN or temporary SPIN, and be in good standing with the FCC without a red-light status.
Leased Dark Fiber (2 strands), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps, 6 locations)
Price of eligible service/product (35 points), Reputation of vendor and vendor's service/product (20 points), Quality of vendor's service/product (15 points), Service/product meets school needs (15 points), Past relationship with vendor (5 points), Total long term cost to the school (5 points), Complies with federal program rules (5 points)
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Summary
Stephenville Independent School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 data transmission and internet access services, specifically including leased dark fiber and leased lit fiber solutions.
The scope covers district-wide area network connectivity connecting the District Network Operations Center at the Stephenville Administration Building to multiple district facilities including Central Elementary School, Chamberlin Elementary School, Gilbert Intermediate School, Henderson Junior High, Hook Elementary, Stephenville DAEP, Stephenville High School, and Stephenville Stadium in Stephenville, Texas. The procurement requests quantities of 2 fiber strands of leased dark fiber and 6 locations of leased lit fiber at 10 Gbps. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net by the submission deadline of November 12, 2026. All vendors must comply with E-Rate program rules, have a valid SPIN or temporary SPIN, and be in good standing with the FCC without a red-light status.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Leased Dark Fiber (2 strands), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps, 6 locations)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001646/140990/22714977-RFP%20270001646.pdf
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net
- Scope location
- Stephenville, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Stephenville 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. For questions, contact Suzanne Ferrero.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Stephenville 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 Suzanne Ferrero at (254) 297-2926. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Leased Dark Fiber (2 strands), Leased Lit Fiber (10 Gbps, 6 locations). 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 (35 points), Reputation of vendor and vendor's service/product (20 points), Quality of vendor's service/product (15 points), Service/product meets school needs (15 po..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Stephenville Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Stephenville Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Stephenville 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 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: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001646/140990/22714977-RFP%20270001646.pdf. Review the full document from Stephenville 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: Stephenville, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.