Opportunity
E-Rate #2699013309.109
Iowa Department of Education awards contract for fiber backbone circuit (Ethernet, 1 Gbps) for consortium connectivity.
March 25, 2026
2699013309.109
517311, 517810
This award notice details the Iowa Department of Education's selection of a provider for a high-speed fiber backbone circuit to support consortium network connectivity. - Government Buyer: - Iowa Department of Education (acting as a consortium) - Products/Services Requested: - Fiber backbone circuit (Ethernet, 1 Gbps bandwidth) - Quantity: 1 unit - Purpose: Provides Ethernet connectivity between aggregation points or non-user facilities - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Service is intended for backbone (not end-user) connectivity - No special license requirements or restrictions specified - Estimated contract value: $13,711.08 - Place of Performance: - Not specifically detailed; applies to consortium-managed network infrastructure
Description
This solicitation is for a fiber backbone circuit to provide connectivity between aggregation points or other non-user facilities for a consortium managed by the Iowa Department of Education. The service type is Ethernet with a bandwidth of 1 Gbps, and the contract is for one unit. The estimated contract value is approximately $13,711.08, and there are no special license requirements or restrictions noted.