E-Rate #270002993

Verden ISD 99 broadband internet access and data transmission services

Verden Independent School District 99 is seeking bids for dedicated broadband and data transmission service for its schools. - Government buyer: Verden Independent School District 99, Oklahoma; agency, sub-agency, and office details are not provided. Service demarcation is at Verden High School in Verden. - OEMs and vendors: No internet service providers, OEMs, or other vendors are named in the solicitation. - Requested services: Category 1 internet access and data transmission for two eligible entities, including dedicated synchronous service with bandwidth options from 1 Gbps through 5 Gbps. The request also identifies standalone internet access and standalone data transmission options. - One broadband service request specifies a minimum of 1 Gbps and a maximum of 5 Gbps, including 1, 1.5, and 2 Gbps pricing increments and additional options offered by the bidder. - Installation and initial configuration are required; bidders must state the delivery method, demarcation, bandwidth, and proposed term. - Notable requirements: Providers must be eligible for the Oklahoma Universal Service Fund, have required Oklahoma Corporation Commission authorization and an FCC SPIN, and submit signed OUSF Provider Verification. A mandatory on-site visit, project timeline, service-level commitments, and transition plan where applicable are required. Costs must be itemized, including monthly charges, installation, activation, configuration, construction, taxes, fees, and ineligible costs or services. Proposals are contingent on E-Rate funding and school board approval.

Description

Verden Independent School District 99 is requesting bids for broadband internet access and data transmission service for its school district. The requested bandwidth ranges from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps, with incremental pricing requested for options including 1, 1.5, and 2 Gbps. Bidders must complete an on-site visit, provide synchronous dedicated internet access, and include signed OUSF Provider Verification with their proposal. The RFP states a bid deadline of December 4, 2026, and requests service commencement by July 1, 2027.

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