E-Rate #270003161

Alex Public School District I-56 broadband and data transmission services, 1–5 Gbps

Alex Public School District I-56 is seeking dedicated broadband and data transmission services for Alex High School and other eligible entities. - Government buyer: Alex Public School District I-56, Grady County, Oklahoma; named contact: Ead Simon, Superintendent. - Services requested: - Dedicated, synchronous internet access and data transmission with bandwidth options from 1 Gbps through 5 Gbps, or provider increments; all delivery technologies are considered. - Requests include standalone internet access, standalone data transmission, and combined internet access/data transmission. - No part numbers or equipment products are specified. - Quantities listed: One dedicated broadband service; two standalone internet access services; two standalone data transmission services; and one combined internet access/data transmission service. - Notable requirements: Bidders must identify delivery method, demarcation point, upload/download speeds, contract term, project timeline, and separately itemized service, installation, and related costs. An on-site visit and signed Oklahoma Universal Service Fund (OUSF) Provider Verification are required; providers must be eligible for OUSF and have a SPIN. Higher bandwidth may be proposed if connected to the district network at no additional cost. Award depends on E-Rate funding and school board approval. - Term: Service is requested to begin in mid-2027. Proposals may offer terms of up to five years with voluntary annual renewals; no contract end date is stated. - OEMs and named service vendors: None identified.

Description

Alex Public School District I-56 is requesting bids for broadband internet access and data transmission service. Bids should include incremental bandwidth pricing from 1 Gbps through 5 Gbps, with synchronous dedicated internet access; the RFP also specifies delivery details, contract term, installation costs, and a project timeline. All bidders must complete an on-site visit and submit signed OUSF Provider Verification, and bidders must be eligible to participate in the Oklahoma Universal Service Fund. The RFP states a bid due date of December 4, 2026.

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