Sole Source Purchase for Broadband Services to Support Online Instructional Connectivity

The Gadsden Independent School District (GISD) requires district-wide high-speed broadband services to support instructional technology, online learning, administrative operations, and community outreach. The contract provides for ongoing provision of high-speed wireless broadband services across all GISD campuses and communities, with service levels that meet or exceed FCC guidelines for broadband speed and reliability. The contract also includes maintenance, technical support, and upgrades as necessary to ensure uninterrupted connectivity for all students and staff. • Ongoing provision of high-speed wireless broadband services across all GISD campuses and communities • Service levels that meet or exceed FCC guidelines for broadband speed and reliability • Maintenance, technical support, and upgrades as necessary to ensure uninterrupted connectivity for all students and staff The district has determined that Chaparral Holdings Corporation is the only provider capable of meeting the district's needs for FCC-compliant broadband services.