E-Rate #270000287

Illinois seeks high-speed Internet Egress services (10Gbps–1000Gbps) for statewide education and library consortium

The Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Consortium is seeking bids for high-speed Internet Egress services to support a statewide consortium of approximately 9,000 educational and library entities. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Consortium - Products/Services Requested: - High-speed Internet Egress services with bandwidth options from 10Gbps up to 1000Gbps - Standalone internet access and scalable additional bandwidth - Installation and initial configuration for consortium entities - Quantities: - Estimated 9,000 entities to be served - Minimum 10Gbps, up to 1000Gbps per service instance - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must have a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) - Strict compliance with E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions - Cost-effectiveness and scalability emphasized - Documentation retention and registration with the BidBuy portal required - Procurement governed by Illinois law and E-rate program rules - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are named in the solicitation - The contract allows for future purchases and multiple orders to meet growing demand

Description

The Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology Consortium is soliciting bids for high-speed Internet Egress services ranging from 10Gbps to 1000Gbps. This contract provides a purchasing mechanism for future bandwidth needs and is part of the Universal Service Fund Schools and Libraries Program. Vendors must have a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and adhere to E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions. A pre-bid webinar is scheduled for August 18, 2026, and quantities listed are estimates with potential for multiple orders.

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