# E-Rate #270002123

Maud ISD Category One internet access, network equipment, and maintenance

**Posted:** October 15, 2026
**Respond By:** November 12, 2026
**Identifier:** 270002123
**NAICS:** 517311, 517919, 517911

Maud Independent School District is seeking E-Rate Category One internet access and related network services for the upcoming funding year.
- **Buyer:** Maud Independent School District (Maud, Texas); contact is Brandon Caraway, Technology Director.
- **Requested services and equipment:**
  - District-wide internet access at Maud School, with a minimum of 1 Gbps and an upgrade option up to 2 Gbps; at least six IP addresses, with additional addresses available if needed.
  - Category One network equipment, with installation and initial configuration if required. A leased router is not requested in the school worksheet, though the Form 470 indicates one may be needed if required to provide service.
  - Category One maintenance and operations based on the provider’s recommendations.
- **Quantities and scope:** The school worksheet lists one district-wide internet service at Maud School. The Form 470 lists one request each for internet/data transmission, network equipment, and maintenance for four eligible entities; the documents differ on the service scope.
- **Notable requirements:** Installation is requested if required. Pricing should include applicable taxes and surcharges and identify special construction charges. The district prefers the E-Rate Service Provider Invoice (SPI) discount method and estimates an 80% discount. No OEM, brand, model, or part number is specified.
- **Procurement conditions:** Proposals must meet the minimum requirements and provide the Lowest Corresponding Price; the award may depend on E-Rate funding and school board approval. Proposals and technical questions are submitted by email.

### Description

Maud Independent School District is seeking Category 1 internet access and data transmission services for the 2027–2028 funding year. The requested internet bandwidth is 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps, with the ability to increase bandwidth during the contract term and at least six IP addresses, with the option to add more. A leased router may be required, along with maintenance services according to provider recommendations. Proposals are to be submitted by email to Brandon Caraway by December 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM; the request indicates that services may depend on E-Rate and/or school board approval.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002123/140651/22762459-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270002123_CERTIFIED.pdf)