Sole Source Notification

This sole‑source contract awards Gadsden Independent School District a one‑year broadband service agreement to deliver district‑wide high‑speed wireless internet. Chaparral Holdings (Chaparral Wireless) will provide symmetric 100 Mbps service, ongoing maintenance, technical support, and rapid local response across all campuses. The district determined that no other provider could meet the required coverage, speed, and local support, justifying a non‑competitive award. The agreement is valued at roughly $1.58 million and runs from July 2025 through July 2026. • Scope: Full‑service wireless broadband (≥100 Mbps download/upload) for all GISD locations, including maintenance and support. • Value: Approx. $1,576,000 (pre‑tax $1,552,215.38 + tax). • Sole‑source justification: Only Chaparral Wireless possesses the necessary spectrum, infrastructure, and local presence; alternatives (CenturyLink, Comcast, Vexus Fiber) declined or lacked capacity.