Opportunity
E-Rate #270000456
Bens Ford Christian School seeks multi-year dedicated fiber internet service with optional firewall
Posted
August 27, 2026
Respond By
September 24, 2026
Identifier
270000456
NAICS
517311
Bens Ford Christian School is seeking proposals for a multi-year dedicated symmetrical fiber internet service contract. - Government Buyer: - Bens Ford Christian School (private K-12 institution) - Products/Services Requested: - Dedicated symmetrical fiber internet access with bandwidth options of 250 Mbps, 500 Mbps, and 1 Gbps - Pricing requested for each bandwidth option, both with and without provider-supplied basic firewall functionality - 10 consecutive static IPv4 addresses - Option for bandwidth increases up to 5 Gbps during contract term - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Providers must specify if the solution is dedicated or shared, transport technology, and last-mile carrier - Pricing must include all eligible and ineligible fees, taxes, installation, special construction, and provider-owned equipment - All ineligible costs, functionality, or equipment must be clearly defined and cost allocated - Compliance with FCC supply-chain and national-security requirements - Providers must have valid FCC registrations and comply with E-Rate program rules - Proposals must include detailed pricing, service descriptions, and implementation timelines - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; solicitation is open to all qualified service providers
Description
Bens Ford Christian School is requesting proposals for a multi-year contract with voluntary extensions for dedicated symmetrical fiber-connected internet service. Pricing is requested for bandwidth options of 250 Mbps, 500 Mbps, and 1 Gbps, with and without firewall functionality. Bidders must include all eligible and ineligible fees, taxes, services, and components, clearly defining and cost allocating ineligible costs. The contract term is anticipated to be three years starting July 1, 2027, with up to two one-year voluntary extensions, not exceeding five years total. Proposals must comply with E-Rate program rules and include detailed pricing, service descriptions, and implementation timelines.