Opportunity
E-Rate #270000361
Rains ISD seeks leased lit fiber internet access (5-10 Gbps) with installation and support
Posted
August 20, 2026
Respond By
September 17, 2026
Identifier
270000361
NAICS
517311
Rains Independent School District in Emory, Texas is seeking proposals for fully managed leased lit fiber internet access services. - Government Buyer: - Rains Independent School District (RAINS ISD) - Multiple school locations, including Rains Junior High - Products/Services Requested: - Leased lit fiber internet access with bandwidth options from 5 Gbps (current) up to 10 Gbps - Option for additional bandwidth up to 10,240 Mbps - Installation, activation, initial configuration, maintenance, and technical support - Pricing requested for increments between 5 and 10 Gbps - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Multi-year contract options: 3-year and 5-year terms with voluntary extensions - Installation payments may be spread over four years - Service must terminate at Rains Junior High and serve all district locations - Vendors must comply with Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability Guidelines - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the specified RFP system - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to all qualified service providers with a valid SPIN or temporary SPIN from USAC - OEMs: - No OEMs specified; opportunity is open to all qualified fiber internet service providers - Vendors: - No vendors specified; all qualified providers may respond
Description
This solicitation is for leased lit fiber internet access services for Rains Independent School District in Texas. The project involves Category 1 data transmission and internet access with bandwidth options of 5120 Mbps and 10240 Mbps. Installation, configuration, and technical support are dependent on the service needs, with installation payments eligible to be spread over four years. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the specified RFP system, and vendors must consider equivalent or more cost-effective services. The contract includes multi-year options and requires compliance with Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability Guidelines.