E-Rate #270000925

MCUSD709 Internet Access, Data Transmission, and Network Equipment Solicitation

Morton Community Unit School District 709 (MCUSD709) in Morton, Illinois is seeking bids for internet access, data transmission services, and network equipment to support its district-wide connectivity needs. - Government Buyer: - Morton Community Unit School District 709 - Located in Morton, Illinois - Products and Services Requested: - Internet access at bandwidths ranging from 1Gbps to 5Gbps for the main site (350 N. Illinois Ave.) - Multiple point-to-point (P2P) connections between the main site and up to nine other district locations, with bandwidths from 10Mbps to 500Mbps - Category One Network Equipment (nine units) required to make the network functional - Installation and initial configuration for all services and equipment - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to all qualified service providers and equipment manufacturers - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with E-Rate rules and clear delineation of eligible/ineligible products and services - Bidders must include shipping charges and a scope of work for installation - District reserves the right to purchase in quantities other than specified and will consider equivalent brands - Preference for providers offering service provider invoice (SPI) discounts - Both one-year and multi-year contracts with voluntary extensions may be considered - Emphasis on cost-effectiveness and ability to provide invoices with eligible and ineligible amounts

Description

The district is seeking bids or proposals for internet access and data transmission services at various bandwidth levels to multiple locations within Morton, IL. The procurement includes internet access at 1Gbps-2Gbps and multiple point-to-point connections ranging from 10Mbps to 500Mbps. Additionally, the solicitation covers any necessary Category One Network Equipment to make the network functional. Bids must include shipping charges and a scope of work for installation services, with a service start date of July 1, 2027.

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