Harlandale ISD Network Cabling Services (E-Rate)

Harlandale Independent School District (HISD), located in Bexar County, Texas, is seeking proposals for Network Cabling Services through an E-Rate funded Request for Proposal (RFP). The district requires installation of Category 6 (or better) network cables at approximately 400 drop locations across various school facilities, including classrooms, offices, and libraries. Specific deliverables include cable termination on Leviton Cat 6 modular patch panels, wire mold raceway installation, comprehensive testing to Cat 6 performance standards, and coordination of cable labeling. The project also encompasses fiber optic backbone installation utilizing 24-fiber Single-mode cables with LC terminations. Proposals must be submitted via the Bonfire Portal by February 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Time, with vendor questions due by January 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time. The evaluation criteria will be weighted across several key areas: price (30 points), reputation (15 points), quality of service (15 points), long-term cost (10 points), vendor relationship history (10 points), Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) status (5 points), and ability to meet applicant needs (10 points).

The district encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) and will award points for HUB certification. Vendors must provide manufacturer-certified services with 7x24 remote and onsite support availability. Mandatory submission requirements include various federal compliance certifications, such as debarment certifications, felony conviction disclosures, criminal background checks, and anti-terrorism compliance documentation. The contract term is set from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with potential for two optional one-year renewals, contingent on funding availability. Pricing will be quoted on a per-drop basis for network cabling (approximately 300 feet per drop, estimated 400 drops) and per-run basis for fiber backbone work (approximately 500 feet per run). While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant investment in network infrastructure modernization. HISD reserves the right to make multiple awards, reject any proposals, and modify quantities as needed, providing flexibility in the procurement process.