Opportunity
E-Rate #270000087
Statewide High-Speed Internet and Network Services for Alabama Education and Public Entities (E-Rate Category 1)
Posted
July 13, 2026
Respond By
August 10, 2026
Identifier
270000087
NAICS
517311
The Alabama Supercomputer Authority (ASA) is seeking proposals for statewide high-speed Internet and network services (E-Rate Category 1) to support education and public entities across Alabama. - Government Buyer: - Alabama Supercomputer Authority (ASA), acting as a consortium for K-12 schools, charter schools, community colleges, universities, public libraries, and commercial entities - Products/Services Requested: - Internet Access and standalone data transmission services - Bandwidth options from 100 Mbps up to 102,400 Mbps (100 Gbps) - Installation and initial configuration included - 625 line items for various member institutions and locations - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Fixed pricing for all bandwidth levels as detailed in the Cost Proposal Workbook, regardless of when or if each bandwidth level is ordered - Multiple contract awards possible to meet diverse consortium needs - Offerors must be registered in Alabama Buys - Proposals must address all Form 470 requirements - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to all qualified providers capable of meeting technical and service requirements - Technical Accessibility: - Services must support a wide range of public and educational institutions with scalable bandwidth and reliable connectivity
Description
The Alabama Supercomputer Authority (ASA) is seeking proposals for Internet Access and network services for public K12, charter schools, community colleges, universities, public libraries, and commercial entities. The procurement aims to identify qualified offerors to provide Category 1 standalone data transmission services with bandwidth ranging from 100 Mbps to 102400 Mbps. Multiple contracts will be awarded to meet the needs of ASA under terms compliant with applicable laws and regulations. Offerors must be registered as suppliers in Alabama Buys and respond clearly to the Form 470 items.