Dedicated Internet Access (E-Rate Eligible).pdf

This is a Request for Proposals document from the Houston Independent School District (HISD) for the procurement of Dedicated Internet Access services eligible for E-Rate funding. HISD Project Number 27-09-07 seeks qualified vendors to provide internet connectivity services to the district's facilities. The solicitation requires vendors to be E-Rate approved providers and mandates submission of a Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and evidence of FCC Green Light status as part of the proposal package. Specific details regarding quantities of service locations, project scope, response deadlines, site visit opportunities, bidder meetings, anticipated award dates, and contract term options are contained within the full RFP documentation.

The procurement emphasizes compliance with E-Rate program requirements, which governs pricing and service standards for eligible telecommunications and internet services to schools and libraries. Vendors must demonstrate their current status as approved E-Rate service providers and maintain compliance throughout the contract period. Additional pricing terms, any small business or minority-owned business enterprise set-asides, funding sources through the E-Rate program, and other specific procurement requirements are detailed in the complete RFP documentation and should be reviewed by potential bidders prior to proposal submission.