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Bryan ISD approves Optimum contract for Internet transport; E‑Rate expected to cover 90%
Summary
Trustees approved a one-year contract with four optional extensions with Seabridge Telecom (d/b/a Optimum) for Internet transport, a $32,400 annual cost that the district expects to cover 90% through the federal E‑Rate program, leaving an estimated district share of $3,240 if funded.
The Bryan ISD Board approved a one-year contract (with four voluntary extensions) with Seabridge Telecom Texas LP doing business as Optimum for district Internet transport following an E‑Rate competitive bid process. Assistant Director of Technology Services Rob Hayes recommended Optimum as the winning bidder and described the district's long experience with the vendor.
Key points
- Contract value and funding: the quoted annual price is $32,400. Bryan ISD expects a 90% federal E‑Rate discount (category 1) that would reduce the district cost to approximately $3,240 for the first year, assuming funding is granted.
- Procurement and term: the board approved a one-year agreement with four voluntary one-year extensions; the district asked for approval of the full multi-year potential amount in order to comply with procurement practice and E‑Rate application timing.
- Rationale: Rob Hayes said Optimum has provided reliable business-class service and direct access to a network operations center. The district has historically been funded under E‑Rate and staff said they were confident in funding but noted the usual caveat that funding is subject to USAC/FCC approval.
- Motion and vote: motion by Dr. Hartland, second by Trustee Benford; motion passed unanimously.
