E-Rate #270001754

Dedicated 2–10 Gbps Internet Access and Transport for Sabine ISD

Sabine Independent School District is seeking managed, dedicated internet access and transport service for its school network. - Buyer: Sabine Independent School District; the service specification identifies Sabine High School in Gladewater, Texas. The Form 470 references four eligible entities. - Requested service: One fully managed Category One internet access and data transmission service, including installation and initial configuration. - Bandwidth options from 2 Gbps to 10 Gbps, with at least 2 Gbps symmetrical (download and upload). - Dedicated bandwidth with a committed information rate; no data caps or usage-based speed reductions; service must reach the building MDF/demarcation point. - Include one static IP address and router lease options and pricing. Optional advanced firewall and/or DDoS protection pricing is requested. - Named organizations: No prospective service-provider vendors or service OEMs are identified. Huawei and ZTE are cited as examples of manufacturers whose covered equipment or services are prohibited. E-Rate Central is identified as a procurement consultant, not a prospective service provider. - Notable requirements: Providers must support E-Rate discounted billing through the SPI method and have an active USAC SPIN. Pricing should identify recurring, non-recurring, and any special construction charges. The solicitation also calls for the Lowest Corresponding Price. - Term: Month-to-month proposals may be considered; contracted proposals should include 36-month pricing, with two optional 12-month extensions. Initial terms longer than 36 months are not considered. Annual payment is indicated in the Form 470 attachment. - Scope note: The service specification describes Sabine High School, while the Form 470 identifies four eligible entities; confirm the applicable service locations in the official procurement documents.

Description

Sabine Independent School District is requesting proposals for dedicated Internet Access and data transmission service for Sabine HS at 5424 FM 1252 West, Gladewater, Texas. The requested service is fully managed, dedicated bandwidth ranging from 2 Gbps to 10 Gbps, with the minimum bandwidth required in both download and upload directions. Proposals must include pricing and associated costs, meet the service and submission requirements in the Form 470 attachments, and be emailed to the listed Form 470 contacts by the stated deadline. Services are needed effective July 1, 2027.

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