E-Rate #2699013309.110

This award notice details the Iowa Department of Education's procurement of a fiber backbone circuit to support consortium connectivity needs. - Government Buyer: - Iowa Department of Education - Products/Services Requested: - 1 Gbps fiber backbone circuit - Purpose: Connectivity between aggregation points or other non-user facilities for a consortium - NIGP code: 226023 (Fiber) - Quantity: 1 circuit - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Circuit must provide 1 Gbps bandwidth - Supports E-Rate program procurement cycle ('In Window' phase) - Total contract value: $27,480 - No part numbers or additional technical requirements specified

This solicitation is for a fiber backbone circuit project intended to provide connectivity between aggregation points or other non-user facilities for a consortium. The contract involves provisioning a 1 Gbps bandwidth backbone circuit. The total awarded amount for this project is $27,480, and it is managed by the Iowa Department of Education. The project was posted on March 25, 2026, and is currently in the "In Window" phase for procurement.