E-Rate #ITT85

Massachusetts Statewide Telecommunications Network Services and Equipment Solicitation

This opportunity involves a major statewide procurement by the Massachusetts Operational Services Division for telecommunications network services and equipment to support educational and library entities: - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Operational Services Division (OSD), 1 Ashburton Place, OSD RM-1608, Boston, MA 02108 - Products and Equipment Requested: - Up to 10,000 units of network equipment (racks, switches, routers, wireless controllers, access points, UPS/battery backup) - Data cabling (measured in feet) - Antennas, connectors, and related network components - Wi-Fi hotspots for off-premises use (up to 5,000 units) - Services Requested: - Data transmission and internet access services - Managed internal broadband services (leased equipment and management) - Basic maintenance and operations for internal connections and network equipment - Voice telecommunications services - Unique or Notable Requirements: - No preference for specific OEMs or manufacturers; open to all qualified vendors - Bidders must demonstrate company experience, technical certifications, background checks, continuity of operations plans, emergency response capabilities, financial stability, and references - Compliance with climate and sustainability initiatives is required - The contract may be renewed or expanded to add contractors after the initial award - Place of Performance: - Primary location: Massachusetts Operational Services Division, 1 Ashburton Place, OSD RM-1608, Boston, MA 02108 - Services and equipment will support eligible entities statewide, including schools, libraries, tribal colleges, and detention centers

Description

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is soliciting bids for telecommunication services, network services, and related equipment including data cabling under Statewide Contract ITT85. This contract will serve as the primary statewide contract for executive agencies of the Commonwealth for these goods and services. The procurement includes categories such as Category 1 and Category 2 services, with detailed specifications and bidder qualifications outlined in the solicitation. Bidders are responsible for obtaining all information via COMMBUYS and must comply with applicable procurement laws.

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