E-Rate #270000508

St. Peter Catholic School seeks multi-year dedicated fiber internet service with optional firewall and voluntary extensions.

St. Peter Catholic School in Houston, Texas is seeking proposals for a multi-year dedicated fiber internet service contract. - Government Buyer: - St. Peter Catholic School, 6220 La Salette St., Houston, TX - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to qualified internet service providers with valid FCC Registration and SPIN - Products/Services Requested: - Dedicated symmetrical fiber-connected internet access via leased lit fiber - Bandwidth options: 100 Mbps, 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, 1 Gbps - Two consecutive static IPv4 addresses required - Optional provider-supplied basic firewall functionality - Must specify dedicated or shared service, transport technology, and last-mile provider - Pricing must include all recurring and non-recurring charges, special construction, taxes, and clear allocation of eligible/ineligible costs - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with E-Rate program and Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) rules - Valid FCC Registration and Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) required - Clear identification of provider-owned vs. applicant-owned equipment - Ability to increase bandwidth during contract term - Service may be discontinued at individual locations without early termination charges under certain circumstances - Proposals must include references and realistic implementation timelines - Evaluation heavily weighted toward price of E-Rate-eligible services - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term of three years, with up to two one-year voluntary extensions (maximum five years) - Service anticipated to begin after current contract ends, aligned with annual E-Rate funding cycles

Description

St. Peter Catholic is requesting proposals for a multi-year contract with voluntary extensions for dedicated symmetrical fiber-connected internet service with and without a firewall. Pricing must include all eligible and ineligible fees, taxes, services, and components, with clear cost allocation for ineligible items. The contract term is anticipated to be three years starting July 1, 2027, with up to two one-year voluntary extensions. Proposals must follow submission guidelines and include detailed pricing, service descriptions, and implementation timelines. The service requested includes internet access with bandwidth options from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps.

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