Opportunity
E-Rate #2699030963.003
Award for 10 Gbps Ethernet Fiber Data Connection for CENIC Consortium (E-Rate 471)
Posted
March 29, 2026
Respond By
March 29, 2026
Identifier
2699030963.003
NAICS
517311
This opportunity involves the award of a high-speed fiber data connection for the CENIC-Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California, supporting educational network infrastructure: - Government Buyer: - CENIC-Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California (higher education consortium) - Products/Services Requested: - 10 Gbps Ethernet fiber data connection - Connects two or more sites within the applicant's network - Classified under NAICS 517110 (Wired Telecommunications Carriers) and PSC 7A20 (Data Transmission Services) - Quantity: 10 (interpreted as 10 Gbps or 10 connections) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Opportunity is open to all qualified bidders - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Part of the E-Rate program for funding year 2026 - No set-aside restrictions - Service area is within California - Total contract value: $40,243.68 - No technical attachments or additional documents provided
Description
This solicitation is for a fiber data connection between two or more sites entirely within the applicant’s network, with a capacity of 10 Gbps. The contract is with CENIC-CORPORATION FOR EDUCATION NETWORK INITIATIVES IN CALIFORNIA, a consortium based in California. The procurement involves Ethernet data transmission services with an estimated total cost of $40,243.68. The solicitation is part of the E-Rate program for the funding year 2026.