Dedicated Internet Access (E-Rate Eligible)

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Dedicated Internet Access services that are E‑Rate eligible for its schools. The contract will cover a three‑year term (March 1 2027 – June 30 2030) with two optional one‑year renewals, potentially extending to June 30 2032. Vendors must be E‑Rate approved, possess a Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN), and demonstrate FCC Green Light status. The solicitation includes a virtual pre‑proposal conference on October 7 2026 and requires all questions to be submitted by October 14 2026. Proposals are due by November 5 2026. The award will be made by the HISD Board of Education, and the selected vendor will become an Approved Vendor for this project. • Provide high‑capacity, reliable internet connectivity to HISD schools (E‑Rate funded). • Must meet HISD liability insurance and MWBE participation requirements. • Contract term: March 2027 – June 2030, with up to two one‑year extensions. • Mandatory vendor qualifications: E‑Rate eligibility, SPIN, FCC Green Light. • Pre‑proposal conference (virtual) on 10/07/2026; attendance optional. • Proposal deadline: 11/05/2026. • Questions due: 10/14/2026. • Award process overseen by HISD Purchasing Services and Board of Education.