Jackson County School System seeks proposals from a qualified provider for leased lit-fiber wide area network services connecting multiple school facilities. The work includes providing and documenting network connections and accommodating changes to school locations and bandwidth needs. The initial service term is July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2028, with four optional one-year extensions; proposals are due November 3, 2026.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Jefferson
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
11,160
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1302940
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
12
Mascot
School mascot.
Panthers
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,490.7
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Sole source: not viable here—pursue competitive bid and ensure vendor registration.
Coops:Buyer hasn’t historically used coops, but you can encourage them to explore Georgia DOAS statewide contracts, AEPA via Pioneer RESA, TIPS, and PEPPM as future options.
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There is no evidence that Jackson County School District, GA uses cooperative purchasing today. You can position these co-ops as another option, and you can gain access to the Starbridge-held vehicles through your Starbridge contact via the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Jackson County School District Contracts
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TNETIC, Inc. at Jackson County School District
Effective: Mar 13, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a Purchase Order (PO 75520) from Jackson County BOE to TNETIC, Inc. for i-Attend Cloud and App Annual Subscriptions totaling $3,888.00, ordered on March 13, 2024. This transaction is supported by a corresponding quote and invoice. The document also includes a separate Software License Agreement for i-Attend On-Premise Edition, effective May 3, 2023, with different pricing details in its Exhibit A.
NORTHEAST GEORGIA RESA at Jackson County School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an invoice for the Oconee River Georgia Youth Science & Technology Center's FY25 membership for the Jackson County School System. It outlines various STEM education services, including professional development, field trips, access to resources, and support for student competitions, provided for 494 K-8 teachers at a total cost of $12,350.
Georgia Science Teachers Association at Jackson County School District
Effective: Feb 22, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an invoice (number 23737) issued on January 2, 2024, by the Georgia Science Teachers Association to Shannon Goodrick of Jackson County Schools. It covers the registration for a non-member to attend the '2024 GSTA Conference', which will take place on February 22-23, 2024. The total cost for this registration is $200.00.
Broadcast Music, Inc. at Jackson County School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a Music License Agreement between Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) and Jackson County School District, enabling public performance of musical works across 12 primary and secondary schools. The agreement spans an initial term from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with fees based on student enrollment. The total cost for this period, as confirmed by a Purchase Order and Invoice, is $4,791.77.
Georgia Science Teachers Association at Jackson County School District
Effective: Jan 27, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an invoice for Chloe Westhafer from the Georgia Science Teachers Association for a total of $10.00. The invoice covers registration for the 'ELIPSE 10.0 Science Saturday' event, which took place on January 27, 2024.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Jackson County School District
Jackson County Board of Education Meeting
Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included commemorations for the 9/11 anniversary and recognition of literacy efforts through the Imagination Library. Presentations featured student achievements, an update on North Jackson Elementary School's academic and community initiatives, and the presentation of the "Extra Mile Award" to a maintenance staff member. Additionally, the board reviewed consent agenda items, specifically noting the process for establishing new attendance zones, and conducted an executive session to address personnel matters.
Jackson County Board of Education Work Session
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting focused on addressing rapid student population growth and necessary infrastructure planning. Key topics included progress reports on the construction of new school facilities and planned additions, the utilization of a residential project map to forecast growth and draw attendance lines, and the acquisition of land for future developments. The discussion also covered financial planning, including the status of bond referendums, state capital outlay allocations, partnerships with county government for infrastructure improvements, and ongoing maintenance and technology upgrades across various school sites.
Jackson County Board of Education Board Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Jackson County School District.
The meeting featured superintendent comments regarding the start of the school year, a clean audit report, and upcoming district events. Several student and staff accomplishments were recognized, including the custodial supervisor, the East Jackson High School choral program, and the robotics team. East Jackson Elementary School presented an overview of their extracurricular club offerings. Additionally, the district recognized the 2026 Teachers of the Year and Support People of the Year. The board also approved the consent agenda and conducted an executive session regarding personnel and real estate matters.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Jackson County School District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.