Opportunity

E-Rate #270000118

Contingency Internet Access and Data Transmission Services for Chicago Math And Science Academy

Posted

July 14, 2026

Respond By

August 11, 2026

Identifier

270000118

NAICS

517311

Chicago Math And Science Academy is seeking bids for contingency data transmission and internet access services to ensure uninterrupted connectivity during its transition to the Illinois Doit Consortium. - Government Buyer: - Chicago Math And Science Academy (K-12 charter/public school in Chicago, Illinois) - Services Requested: - Category 1 E-rate eligible managed data transmission and internet access - Minimum bandwidth: 2 Gbps (2048 Mbps) - Maximum bandwidth: 5 Gbps (5120 Mbps) - Service to be provided on a month-to-month basis as a contingency - Includes installation and initial configuration - Current Service Context: - Existing service managed by AT&T (10Gbps access, 3Gbps port speed) - Requirements: - Bidders must comply with all local and state procurement rules for schools - Must provide lowest corresponding price per E-rate regulations - Bids must clearly separate eligible and ineligible products/services and costs - All fees, surcharges, and taxes must be included - No specific OEMs mandated; open to all qualified service providers - Notable Details: - Service is a contingency measure during transition to the Illinois Doit Consortium - Consultant: David Gornstein and E-Rate Funding Services, LLC involved in procurement process

Description

The Chicago Math And Science Academy is soliciting bids for Category 1 services including data transmission and internet access with bandwidth requirements between 2048 Mbps minimum and 5120 Mbps maximum. This procurement is a contingency to ensure uninterrupted service during the transition to the Illinois Doit Consortium starting July 1, 2027. The applicant seeks to continue services on a month-to-month basis if the selected provider cannot commence services on that date. Bidders must comply with local and state procurement requirements for schools and provide the lowest corresponding price per E-rate rules.

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