E-Rate #270000245

Washoe County Library seeks dedicated internet access (1–2 Gbps) for 10 branches under E-Rate Category 1

Washoe County Library System is seeking proposals for dedicated, synchronous internet access services for ten library branches in Reno, Sparks, Incline Village, and Verdi, Nevada. - Government Buyer: - Washoe County Library System - Products/Services Requested: - Dedicated, synchronous internet access for 10 library locations - Bandwidth options: 1 Gbps (minimum), 1.5 Gbps, and 2 Gbps (maximum) per site - Service must terminate at the building demarcation point - Pricing required for existing 1 Gbps service and options for 1.5 Gbps and 2 Gbps - Proposals must include monthly recurring, non-recurring, and special construction charges - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Service must provide guaranteed committed information rate (CIR), with no data caps or throttling - SPI (Service Provider Invoice) discount billing required - Compliance with FCC supply chain security rules (e.g., no Huawei or ZTE equipment) - Contract terms: month-to-month, 36-month, or 60-month options; no price increases during term; early termination allowed if a location closes - Bandwidth upgrades allowed without extending contract term - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; all qualified E-Rate eligible service providers may bid - Disqualification for non-compliance with technical or procedural requirements

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of Category 1 services including data transmission and internet access for the Washoe County Library System. The library seeks bids for dedicated internet access with bandwidth options ranging from 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps for multiple branch locations. Proposals must include pricing for existing 1 Gbps service and comply with specific service requirements such as synchronous bandwidth and termination at the demarcation point within the building. The contract term begins July 1, 2027, with options for month-to-month or contracted services up to 60 months, and includes provisions for early termination and no price increases during the term.

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