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Board considers 10‑gig internet purchase through E‑Rate program for Bonham ISD
Summary
Trustees were asked to approve a $67,063.32 purchase for a 10‑gig dedicated internet connection to improve redundancy; presenters said the district expects federal E‑Rate reimbursement to cover most of the cost.
A motion was introduced to approve a $67,063.32 purchase from Just Roperator Incorporated for a 10‑gig dedicated internet connection to be processed through the federal E‑Rate program. Speaker 2 moved the purchase, saying: "I move to approve purchase from Just Roperator Incorporated amount of $67,063.32."
Presenters explained the procurement followed an RFP and that the district seeks redundancy (two pathways) so that if one connection fails, the other keeps schools online. Staff also noted the district's E‑Rate reimbursement percentage can change and that the district typically receives a high reimbursement rate, though recent submissions suggested funding this year may be lower than prior years.
