# 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.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001004/139915/22573417-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270001004_CERTIFIED.pdf)