Opportunity
E-Rate #270000191
CENIC Solicits High-Bandwidth Broadband and Fiber Services for California Public Libraries
Posted
August 10, 2026
Respond By
September 07, 2026
Identifier
270000191
NAICS
517311
CENIC is seeking proposals to provide high-capacity broadband network services for California public libraries, including academic, tribal, and state libraries. - Government Buyer: - Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California (CENIC) - Contact: Jack An - Products/Services Requested: - Standalone data transmission and internet access services (10 Mbps to 400 Gbps) - Leased lit fiber and dark fiber services (bandwidths up to 400 Gbps) - Metro Ethernet (MEF standards compliant), dedicated lit DWDM/direct-fiber point-to-point connections (1, 10, 100, 400 Gbps) - Optional pairs of single mode dark fibers - Category One maintenance and operations for all circuits - Quantities: - Approximately 180 locations statewide (each product/service requested for up to 180 sites) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Bidders must sign a Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA) to access detailed site information - Strict submission format: unlocked spreadsheet required, no PDFs or locked files - Discounts for multiple circuits should be indicated - Ability to provide very high bandwidth (up to 400 Gbps) is required - Multi-year contract (4 years), annual payment, with possible extensions - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; CENIC will issue a separate solicitation for network equipment.
Description
CENIC is procuring lit or managed circuits and optional dark fiber segments for California public libraries. Proposers must submit a signed Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA) to receive a list of aggregation hub site addresses. The procurement includes Metro Ethernet service, dedicated lit DWDM-based or direct-fiber-based point-to-point circuits at various bandwidths up to 400 Gbps, or a pair of single mode dark fibers. Responses must be submitted electronically using the Pricing Worksheet by September 9, 2026, and must comply with all bidding requirements and deadlines. Discounts for multiple circuits should be indicated in the response.