E-Rate #270000997

Countryside Academy seeks bids for high-speed internet and data transmission services (E-rate Category 1)

Countryside Academy in Benton Harbor, Michigan is seeking bids for high-speed internet and data transmission services for its Meadowbrook campus. - Category 1 E-rate eligible services: data transmission and internet access - Minimum bandwidth required: 1 Gbps, with options up to 5 Gbps - Includes installation and initial configuration of all necessary ISP-owned equipment - Bidders must provide: - Static IP addresses - 99.97% uptime guarantee (if possible) - 4-hour maximum service response time (24/7) - Itemized quotes for E-rate eligible and non-eligible services - Compliance requirements: - Active SPIN (Service Provider Identification Number) - Service Provider Annual Certification Form 473 - Active SAM.gov registration - Proof of worker's compensation and $2 million liability insurance upon award - Multi-year contracts may be considered; district may select multiple providers - No specific OEMs named; open to all qualified service providers meeting E-rate and district requirements

Description

Countryside Academy is soliciting bids for Category 1 services including data transmission and internet access with minimum capacities of 1 Gbps and 5 Gbps. The procurement includes installation and initial configuration, with requirements for service uptime, static IP addresses, and insurance coverage. Bidders must comply with E-rate funding rules and provide itemized quotes for eligible and non-eligible services. The solicitation emphasizes cost-effectiveness, bidder qualifications, and adherence to procurement regulations.

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