Warren Independent School District - Leased Lit Fiber WAN Solution - RFP 270001030 (2026)
Warren Independent School DistrictSchool · Warren, TX- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Suzanne Ferrero
- (254) 297-2926
The 30-second brief
Warren Independent School District is seeking proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber solution (WAN) with bandwidth options ranging from approximately 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps. Services include Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, installation, initial configuration, and maintenance and tech support from Warren Junior High School (NOC) to Fred Elementary School in Warren, TX. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, with questions due by October 7, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net. Purchasing decisions will be evaluated based on price of eligible service/product (50%), reputation of vendor (10%), quality of service/product (10%), service/product meets school needs (10%), past relationship with vendor (10%), and total long-term cost (10%). All vendors must comply with Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability Guidelines.
Leased Lit Fiber - WAN, Ethernet, Fiber, 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps bandwidth, Install & Activation & Initial Config, Maint & Tech Support
Price of Eligible service/product 50, Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product 10, Quality of vendor's service/product 10, Service/product meets school needs 10, Past relationship with vendor 10, Total long term cost to the school 10
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Summary
Warren Independent School District is seeking proposals for a fully managed, leased lit fiber solution (WAN) with bandwidth options ranging from approximately 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps.
Services include Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, installation, initial configuration, and maintenance and tech support from Warren Junior High School (NOC) to Fred Elementary School in Warren, TX. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, with questions due by October 7, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically through the RFP system at https://erate.esc12.net. Purchasing decisions will be evaluated based on price of eligible service/product (50%), reputation of vendor (10%), quality of service/product (10%), service/product meets school needs (10%), past relationship with vendor (10%), and total long-term cost (10%). All vendors must comply with Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability Guidelines.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price of Eligible service/product 50
- Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product 10
- Quality of vendor's service/product 10
- Service/product meets school needs 10
- Past relationship with vendor 10
- Total long term cost to the school 10
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Leased Lit Fiber - WAN
- Ethernet
- Fiber
- 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps bandwidth
- Install & Activation & Initial Config
- Maint & Tech Support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Warren_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx
- Submit to
- https://erate.esc12.net
- Scope location
- Warren, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Warren Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 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 Warren 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 Lit Fiber - WAN, Ethernet, Fiber, 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps bandwidth, Install & Activation & Initial Config, Maint & Tech Support. 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 50, Reputation of vendor and of vendor's service/product 10, Quality of vendor's service/product 10, Service/product meets school needs 10, Past relationship with ven..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Warren Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Warren Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Warren 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 4, 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: Warren_C1 Vendor attachment.xlsx. Review the full document from Warren 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: Warren, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.