# E-Rate #270001554

Districtwide dedicated internet access for Dodge City USD 443

**Posted:** November 04, 2026
**Respond By:** December 02, 2026
**Identifier:** 270001554
**NAICS:** 517311

Dodge City Unified School District 443 is seeking districtwide E-Rate internet access and data transmission services for its facilities.
- **Government buyer:** Dodge City Unified School District 443 (USD 443 Dodge City), a public school district in Dodge City, Ford County, Kansas. The documents do not identify a more specific agency, sub-agency, or office.
- **Service requested:** Category 1 dedicated internet access (DIA) for 11 eligible entities. Proposals should price symmetric 10, 20, and 30 Gbps options; the Form 470 also gives a broader 10–50 Gbps capacity range.
- **Service requirements:** At least two usable public static IPv4 addresses; 24/7/365 network operations center and technical support; installation and initial configuration; and web-based or automated monthly performance reporting.
- **Performance standards:** The RFP specifies 99.99% uptime, regional latency of 30 ms and continental latency of 50 ms, jitter of 3 ms, and average end-to-end packet loss of 0.1%. The Form 470 separately cites a minimum 99% uptime SLA or equivalent. FCC/USAC latency testing compliance, service credits or other remedies for shortfalls, and termination rights for chronic nonperformance are also noted.
- **Pricing and evaluation:** Itemize E-Rate-eligible and non-eligible costs, including installation, activation, construction, taxes, surcharges, and regulatory fees. Eligible service cost is the primary evaluation factor.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No OEMs, manufacturers, or service-provider vendors are named. Any equipment offered must be new, and bidders must have authorized reseller status for it.
- **Award conditions:** Final commitment is subject to school board approval and E-Rate funding.

### Description

USD 443 Dodge City is seeking proposals for Category 1 dedicated high-speed internet access for district facilities. Proposals must include symmetric bandwidth options of 10, 20, and 30 Gbps, with 2-, 3-, or 5-year contract options and at least two usable public static IPv4 addresses. The RFP specifies network availability and performance requirements, including a 99.99% uptime minimum, 24/7/365 support, and network performance reporting. Proposals must be emailed to traci.taylor@swplains.org with itemized pricing that separates E-Rate-eligible and non-eligible costs.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001554/138148/22884506-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270001554_CERTIFIED.pdf)