Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1000220 Addendum 1

Award for Wired Internet Data Services at ISU University Villages

Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) awarded a contract for providing wired internet data services to the Schilletter and University Village Apartments in Ames, Iowa. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) - Procurement Services, Department of Residence - OEMs and Vendors: - Metro Fibernet LLC (awarded vendor) - Products and Services Requested: - Wired internet service for 756 apartment units (1,512 bedrooms) - Minimum download speed: 200Mbps per unit - Includes all necessary hardware (e.g., modems) - Setup and installation (one-time fee) - Ongoing monthly service fees per unit - Infrastructure upgrades: - Rewiring to Ethernet standards - Creation of IDF (Intermediate Distribution Frame) closets (interior or exterior as needed) - Contractor responsible for drywall repair during rewiring - No use of existing coaxial or fiber cable plants (not owned by ISU) - No wireless access points or routers required from contractor - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Service must be active in each unit by Summer - Compliance with specific insurance requirements - Additional services (e.g., TV or phone) considered but not required - Evaluation criteria included cost, service level agreements, customer support, and billing options - Scope: - Covers 756 units across 137 buildings - Total contract value: $12,096 - Place of Performance: - Schilletter and University Village Apartments, Ames, IA - UV Telecomm Building, 2423 Blankenburg Dr., Ames, IA - Contracting office: 1340 Administrative Services Building, 2221 Wanda Daley Drive, Ames, IA 50011-1004

Description

Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking qualified contractors to provide wired internet service to 756 individual units in Schilletter and University Village Apartments. The service must provide a minimum download speed of 200Mbps, including modem or necessary hardware in each unit, with service activation by Summer 2021. The solicitation includes installation, monthly service fees, and requires contractors to submit proposals online via ISUBid by January 8, 2021.

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