# E-Rate #270000545

WSWHE BOCES Solicits Broadband Internet Access Proposals for Stillwater Central School District

**Posted:** September 24, 2026
**Respond By:** October 22, 2026
**Identifier:** 270000545
**NAICS:** 517311

WSWHE BOCES is seeking proposals for broadband Internet access services for Stillwater Central School District and other eligible educational entities under E-Rate guidelines.
- Government Buyer:
  - Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex (WSWHE) BOCES, acting as a consortium
  - Stillwater Central School District is the primary beneficiary
  - IT Procurement Specialist: Laurie Doyle
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Dedicated, symmetrical Internet connectivity services with bandwidth options of 500 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, and up to 5 Gbps
  - Fiber handoff and 14 usable IP addresses per service
  - 24/7 network engineer support and performance metrics
  - Installation and initial configuration included
  - Pricing proposals required for both 36-month and 60-month contract terms
  - Separate pricing for special construction, monthly recurring, and non-recurring costs
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; proposals must comply with FCC rules prohibiting equipment from Huawei, ZTE, and other covered companies
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Compliance with Universal Services Administrative Corporation (USAC) E-Rate program, including valid SPIN number
  - Adherence to Lowest Corresponding Price (LCP) requirements
  - Contract duration does not reset if bandwidth upgrades occur mid-term
  - Vendors must address potential price adjustments due to tariffs and clarify demo equipment terms
  - Service covers multiple school districts and educational entities within the WSWHE BOCES region

### Description

Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex (WSWHE) BOCES is seeking proposals on behalf of Stillwater Central School District for the purchase of broadband connectivity. The procurement is for Internet Access services under Category 1. Vendors must refer to the attached RFP for detailed specifications and submission instructions. The solicitation follows Universal Services Administrative Corporation E-Rate guidelines and requires compliance with FCC rules regarding prohibited equipment and Lowest Corresponding Price.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270000545/124306/22586831-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270000545_CERTIFIED.pdf)