Van Alstyne Independent School District E-Rate RFP 270002358 - Internal Connections and WAPs 2026
Van Alstyne Independent School DistrictSchool · Van Alstyne, TX- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Stephanie Deeringer
- (254) 297-2917
The 30-second brief
Van Alstyne Independent School District seeks proposals for E-Rate Category Two services including internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services for Van Alstyne High School. Required equipment and software licenses include Juniper switches (SUB-EX12-1S, SUB-EX24-1S, SUB-EX48-1S) and wireless access points (SUB-AI WAPs), along with software maintenance and configuration services. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the system at https://erate.esc12.net by December 2, 2026. Evaluation criteria include prices of eligible service/product (35 points), reputation of vendor (25 points), quality of services/products (10 points), meets applicant's needs (10 points), long term cost (10 points), and discounted bills (10 points).
Software & Licenses - Existing Switches SUB-EX12-1S (qty 2 Each), SUB-EX24-1S (qty 6 Each), SUB-EX48-1S (qty 23 Each); Software & Licenses - Existing WAPs SUB-AI (qty 139 Each); Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections for switches (qty 31) and WAPs (qty 139)
Prices of Eligible service/product (35 points), Reputation of vendor (25 points), Quality of vendor's services/products (10 points), Meets applicant's needs (10 points), Long term cost to applicant (10 points), Discounted bills (10 points)
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Summary
Van Alstyne Independent School District seeks proposals for E-Rate Category Two services including internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services for Van Alstyne High School.
Required equipment and software licenses include Juniper switches (SUB-EX12-1S, SUB-EX24-1S, SUB-EX48-1S) and wireless access points (SUB-AI WAPs), along with software maintenance and configuration services. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the system at https://erate.esc12.net by December 2, 2026. Evaluation criteria include prices of eligible service/product (35 points), reputation of vendor (25 points), quality of services/products (10 points), meets applicant's needs (10 points), long term cost (10 points), and discounted bills (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Software & Licenses - Existing Switches SUB-EX12-1S (qty 2 Each), SUB-EX24-1S (qty 6 Each), SUB-EX48-1S (qty 23 Each)
- Software & Licenses - Existing WAPs SUB-AI (qty 139 Each)
- Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections for switches (qty 31) and WAPs (qty 139)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002358/140629/22786875-RFP%20270002358.pdf
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net
- Scope location
- Van Alstyne, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Van Alstyne Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 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 Stephanie Deeringer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Van Alstyne 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 Stephanie Deeringer at (254) 297-2917. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Software & Licenses - Existing Switches SUB-EX12-1S (qty 2 Each), SUB-EX24-1S (qty 6 Each), SUB-EX48-1S (qty 23 Each); Software & Licenses - Existing WAPs SUB-AI (qty 139 Each); Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections for switches (qty 31) and WAPs (qty 139). 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: "Prices of Eligible service/product (35 points), Reputation of vendor (25 points), Quality of vendor's services/products (10 points), Meets applicant's needs (10 points), Long term cost to applicant (1..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Van Alstyne Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Van Alstyne Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Van Alstyne 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 December 2, 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/Form470/270002358/140629/22786875-RFP%20270002358.pdf. Review the full document from Van Alstyne 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: Van Alstyne, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.