Opportunity
E-Rate #2699050573.021
Arkansas E-Rate 1 Gbps Fiber/Ethernet Data Connection Services Procurement
Posted
April 01, 2026
Respond By
April 01, 2026
Identifier
2699050573.021
NAICS
517311
This procurement opportunity from the DIS STATE OF ARKANSAS seeks to provide high-speed data connectivity for a hub site as part of the E-Rate program. - Government Buyer: - DIS STATE OF ARKANSAS (acting as a consortium) - Products/Services Requested: - Data connection services (fiber and Ethernet) with 1 Gbps capacity - Internet access service is not included and will be billed separately - Service is for connecting an applicant's hub site to an ISP or regional/state network - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; procurement is open to all qualified service providers - Notable Requirements: - Both fiber and Ethernet connectivity must be provided at the specified bandwidth - Open to all qualified service providers, with no restrictions on OEMs or service type - Total awarded amount is $24,000 - Part of the E-Rate program for funding year 2026
Description
This solicitation is for data connection services for an applicant's hub site to an Internet Service Provider or a regional network, where Internet access service is billed separately. The service involves fiber and Ethernet connections, with a capacity of 1 Gbps. The contract is managed by the DIS STATE OF ARKANSAS and is part of a consortium type procurement. The funding year is 2026 with an awarded amount of $24,000.