Internet Access & Data Transmission Services (technology): Internet Access and Data Transmission Service

Competitive bid for internet access and data transmission services for Brazosport Indep School Dist (School District, 27 eligible entities), funding year 2027.
Requested services:
• Data Transmission and/or Internet Access – Internet Access and Data Transmission Service (qty 1 Each; capacity 10240.00 Mbps to 25600.00 Mbps)
The Brazosport Independent School District (Brazosport ISD, BISD or District) is accepting proposals from qualified Local Internet Access service providers to provide Dedicated Internet Access Services and Fiber Optic Transport Services. The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to provide a standard from which to evaluate your companys Internet Access Services as they compare to other providers and as they pertain to the needs of our school district as defined in this document. Due to the increased utilization of the Internet by students, staff, and administration, this RFP is a request for a minimum of 10 Gbps and maximum of 20 Gbps Internet Access port and fiber optic based transport from the service providers point of presence to Brazosport ISD locations as specified in the Pricing Table(s). This RFP does not include any cable or wiring modifications beyond the service providers point of demarcation. The district requires this service to be installed and available for service on the Service Start Date specified herein.Timetable - all times listed are Central Time (CT):Release RFP October 6, 2026 Deadline for Questions October 20, 2026 2:00 p.m.Respond to Questions by October 22, 2026 11:59 p.m.Deadline for Submittal of Proposal November 5, 2026 2:00 p.m.Service (Contract) Start Date July 1, 2027
Communications: All questions received and the corresponding answers will be available to all bidders. No verbal responses will be provided. The deadline for questions about this proposal is noted in the Timetable. The District will not respond to questions after this time and date. All vendors must follow Texas State Procurement rules.
Bids must be considered through 2026-11-03; the applicant may sign a contract on or after that date.