Opportunity
E-Rate #270000927
Solicitation for Internet Access, Data Transmission Services, and Network Equipment for Jo Daviess-Carroll Area Vocational Center
Posted
September 18, 2026
Respond By
October 16, 2026
Identifier
270000927
NAICS
517311, 517911
Jo Daviess-Carroll Area Vocational Center, a public school in Illinois, is soliciting bids for Internet Access, Data Transmission Services, and network equipment to support its connectivity needs. - Government Buyer: - Jo Daviess-Carroll Area Vocational Center (Elizabeth, IL) - Products and Services Requested: - Internet Access and Data Transmission Services at capacities between 1 Gbps and 2 Gbps - Category One network equipment required to make the Internet connection operational - Installation and initial configuration of all requested services and equipment - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; equivalent brands and solutions are acceptable - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Bidders must specify the type of service solution proposed (fiber, copper, microwave, or coax) - Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and current Service Provider Annual Certification (SPAC) with USAC required - Proposals must clearly delineate eligible and ineligible products/services per E-Rate rules - Price is the primary selection factor - Both one-year and multi-year contracts with voluntary extensions will be considered - Installation and initial configuration must be included in proposals
Description
This solicitation is for Internet Access and Data Transmission Service at capacities ranging from 1 Gbps to 2 Gbps, along with Category One network equipment necessary to make the Internet connection operational. The project is located in Elizabeth, Illinois, with an additional location in East Alton, Illinois. The bid response deadline is October 16, 2026. The solicitation is certified as of September 18, 2026.