E-Rate #270001028

Plaquemines Parish School Board Fiber Internet Access RFP for Two Data Centers

Plaquemines Parish School Board is seeking proposals for high-speed fiber Internet access at two data centers to enhance network resiliency and support 15 E-Rate eligible sites. - Government Buyer: - Plaquemines Parish School Board (Procurement Department) - Data centers located at School Board Office and Belle Chasse High School - Products/Services Requested: - Fiber Internet Access at 10 Gbps and 20 Gbps speeds for each data center - Vendors must provide pricing for both speed options - No specific OEMs or vendors named; equivalent solutions are acceptable - Quantities: - Two connections at each speed (10 Gbps and 20 Gbps) for two data centers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with E-Rate program rules, including billing, document retention, and Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) - All fees must be disclosed in pricing - Vendors must submit at least three references from public schools of equal or larger size - No special construction included - No phone calls allowed regarding the solicitation - Contract Term: - 36 months with options for up to two additional years (maximum 60 months) - Annual E-Rate funding cycles apply - OEMs: - No specific OEMs identified; open to equivalent fiber Internet solutions

Description

Plaquemines Parish School Board is soliciting proposals for Internet Access Services under RFP #27-003. The project involves providing fiber Internet access at speeds of 10 and 20 Gbps at two data centers to improve network resiliency. The current service includes two 10 Gbps connections, and the district seeks to upgrade or maintain these services. The contract term is 36 months with possible extensions, and the district is eligible for an 80% E-Rate discount. Proposals must be submitted by October 20, 2026, and no phone calls are allowed regarding the solicitation.

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