E-Rate #270002443

Pine Tree ISD seeks 5–10 Gbps dedicated internet access and transport

Pine Tree Independent School District is seeking E-rate-eligible dedicated internet access and transport service at bandwidths from 5 to 10 Gbps. - Buyer: Pine Tree Independent School District, a Texas public school district in Longview, Gregg County; service is requested for eight eligible entities, with the pricing schedule specifying Pine Tree Central Administration. - Service requested: One internet service line, with pricing options for 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 Gbps under either a 12-month or 36-month initial term. Each option requires 60 static IP addresses. - Key requirements: At least 5 Gbps symmetrical download and upload; dedicated bandwidth with a committed information rate; no data caps, usage-based throttling, or bandwidth dependent on other users. The connection must reach the district-designated building demarcation point. - Delivery and billing: Providers must account for site delivery, construction, permits, pathways, and right-of-way costs, and itemize recurring, non-recurring, and special construction charges. E-rate Service Provider Invoicing and discounted billing are required. - Contract options: The district requests either a 12-month initial term with four optional 12-month extensions, or a 36-month initial term with two optional 12-month extensions. The contract must permit bandwidth increases without extending the term, penalty-free circuit termination if a site closes, and additional sites at the existing monthly recurring charge for the remaining term. - Manufacturers named: Huawei and ZTE are identified as covered manufacturers whose equipment or services are prohibited under the stated FCC/E-rate supply-chain rules; they are not proposed suppliers. No service-provider brand or approved OEM is specified. - Evaluation: Price is the primary E-rate factor; prior experience, technical merit, and understanding of district needs are also identified.

Description

Pine Tree Independent Schools is requesting proposals for E-rate-eligible Category 1 Internet Access and Data Transmission circuits. Requested bandwidth ranges from 5 Gbps to 10 Gbps for the district, with eight eligible entities listed. Proposals must reference Form 470 number 270002443 and be emailed to both the applicant contact and E-Rate Central. The response deadline is December 3, 2026.

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