Opportunity
E-Rate #270001004
Tipton ISD 8 Seeks Broadband Internet Access (500 Mbps–2 Gbps) and Installation Services
Posted
September 21, 2026
Respond By
October 19, 2026
Identifier
270001004
NAICS
517311
Tipton Independent School District 8 in Oklahoma is seeking proposals for broadband Internet access and data transmission services under E-rate Category 1. - Government Buyer: - Tipton Independent School District 8 (Tipton, Oklahoma) - Contact: Rod Crites, IT Director - Products/Services Requested: - Broadband Internet access and data transmission service - Minimum bandwidth: 500 Mbps - Maximum bandwidth: 2 Gbps - Service for 2 entities (locations) - Includes installation and initial configuration - Contract term: 1 year, with option to extend up to 5 additional years - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only bids from vendors eligible under the Oklahoma Universal Service Fund (OUSF) will be accepted - Bids must be submitted via email to the IT Director - All bids are subject to E-rate funding requirements and school board approval - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to all OUSF-eligible broadband providers
Description
This solicitation is for broadband Internet access with a bandwidth of 500 Mbps and internet maintenance services. It is a continuation of current bandwidth services with a future upgrade planned. Only OUSF eligible bids will be accepted, and the contract term is one year with a possible five-year extension. Bids must be submitted via email to rcrites@tiptontigers.net. The procurement is for Category 1 Data Transmission and/or Internet Access services for Tipton Independent School District 8 in Oklahoma.