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Marlin ISD Solicits Fully Managed Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access (5 Gbps) with Installation and Support

Marlin Independent School District in Texas is seeking proposals for a fully managed leased lit fiber Internet Access solution to serve multiple district locations, including the Marlin Opportunity Center. - Buyer: Marlin Independent School District - Service requested: Leased lit fiber Internet Access with 5 Gbps bandwidth - Solution must terminate at Marlin Opportunity Center and be shared across all district sites - Includes installation, activation, and initial configuration - Contract options: 3-year and 5-year terms, with possibility for installment payments over 4 years for eligible installation costs - Vendors must comply with Texas Education Agency purchasing guidelines and E-Rate program rules - No specific OEMs or vendors named; all qualified service providers with a valid SPIN or temporary SPIN from USAC are eligible - Evaluation criteria include price, service quality, vendor reputation, and compliance - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the designated RFP system - Notable requirements: - Minimum and maximum bandwidth of 5 Gbps - Fully managed solution with technical support - Installation and configuration required - Compliance with Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability Guidelines - Competitive bidding required

Description

This solicitation is for leased lit fiber Internet access services for Marlin Independent School District. The request includes a fully managed leased lit fiber Internet Access solution with bandwidth options of approximately 5 Gbps to terminate at the Marlin Opportunity Center for all district locations to share. Proposals should consider equivalent or more cost-effective services and include installation, configuration, and technical support as needed. The contract may include installment payments over 4 years for eligible installations. Vendors must submit proposals electronically through the specified RFP system and comply with Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability Guidelines.

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