# E-Rate #270002006

Southwest Technology Center dedicated internet access, network equipment, and related support

**Posted:** October 14, 2026
**Respond By:** November 11, 2026
**Identifier:** 270002006
**NAICS:** 517311

Southwest Technology Center is seeking a dedicated internet connection for its Altus, Oklahoma campus, with capacity to meet current needs and allow an upgrade.
- **Government buyer:** Southwest Technology Center, a public-use school in Altus, Oklahoma; contact listed as Mike Williams. No agency or sub-agency is identified.
- **Requested service:** One district-wide dedicated internet circuit, with symmetric bandwidth of 1 Gbps and an option to upgrade to 2 Gbps.
- **Related equipment and support:** One leased router may be included if needed; one network-equipment line item and monthly maintenance are also listed, with maintenance conditional on the provider's recommendation. Installation and initial configuration are indicated.
- **Requirements:** The provider should describe availability, outage performance, response and resolution times, and provide a service-level agreement. Pricing should disclose taxes, surcharges, installation, and any special construction charges.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No manufacturers, OEMs, or prospective service providers are named. Router make and model are unspecified.
- **Performance period:** Funding year 2027–2028; the solicitation does not select a specific contract term.

### Description

Southwest Technology Center is seeking bids for Category 1 internet access and data transmission services for funding year 2027-2028. The request specifies dedicated circuit internet service with a capacity range of 1–2 Gbps, and a leased router and monthly maintenance services may also be proposed if required or recommended. Proposals are to be emailed to the listed contacts by December 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM; the RFP provides the complete terms and bidding instructions. Requested services may be contingent on E-Rate funding and/or school board approval.

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