E-Rate #260026321

Crossroads Academy, a private school in Ocala, Florida, is seeking proposals for new fiber-based Internet Access and Data Transmission Services to replace expiring agreements at two school locations. - Government Buyer: - Crossroads Academy (private K-12 school) - Products/Services Requested: - Fiber Internet Access and Data Transmission Service - 1 line per location - Minimum speed: 50 Mbps - Maximum speed: 1 Gbps - Installation and initial configuration required - Options for upgrades and dedicated IP blocks - Eligible related services: - Managed router/firewall - Support and maintenance - Dedicated IP address blocks (optional) - Locations: - 3681 NE 7th St, Ocala, FL 34470-1045 - 3530 East Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34470 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Proposals may be for bundled or unbundled services - Multi-year contracts (up to 5 years) considered, with options for coterminous upgrade tiers - Bidders must confirm fiber service delivery viability to both locations - Compliance with all state and local procurement laws required - Preference may be given to direct internet providers over resellers - Contracts contingent on E-Rate funding and board approval - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all qualified internet service providers.

This solicitation is a supplement to FCC Form 470 number 260021142 for the funding year 2026-27, issued by Crossroads Academy. It requests proposals for fiber internet services to replace expiring agreements for business-class shared fiber lines at two locations in Ocala, Florida. The school seeks bids for internet access and data transmission services with minimum speeds of 50 Mbps and maximum speeds up to 1 Gbps, including options for future upgrades and dedicated IP blocks. Bidders must submit proposals via email with specific requirements and comply with applicable procurement laws; contracts are contingent on E-Rate funding and board approval.