# E-Rate #270000924

Internet Access, Network Equipment, and Managed Broadband Services for South Pekin School District 137

**Posted:** September 18, 2026
**Respond By:** October 16, 2026
**Identifier:** 270000924
**NAICS:** 517311

South Pekin School District 137 in Illinois is seeking bids to upgrade its Internet connectivity and internal network infrastructure.
- Government Buyer:
  - South Pekin School District 137 (Tazewell County, Illinois)
- Products and Services Requested:
  - Internet Access and Data Transmission Service with a capacity range of 200Mbps to 400Mbps
  - Category One network equipment required to make the Internet connection operational
  - Managed Internal Broadband Services for eligible hardware and software
  - Installation and initial configuration for all requested products and services
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; equivalent brands are permitted
- Unique or Notable Requirements:
  - Bidders must include shipping charges and a scope of work for installation
  - Both one-year and multi-year contracts with voluntary extensions are allowed
  - Preference for service providers offering SPI discounts
  - Compliance with E-Rate rules, including lowest corresponding price
  - District reserves the right to refuse all bids and purchase in different quantities
  - Service start date is expected to be July 1, 2027

### Description

This solicitation is for Internet Access and Data Transmission Service with a capacity of 200Mbps-400Mbps, along with Category One network equipment necessary to make the Internet connection operational. The project includes bids for installation services and requires shipping charges to be included. The service start date is expected to be July 1, 2027. The applicant reserves the right to refuse all bids and to purchase quantities other than specified.

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