Opportunity
E-Rate #270000294
Clinton-Essex BOCES Network Installation and Maintenance Solicitation
Posted
September 28, 2026
Respond By
October 26, 2026
Identifier
270000294
NAICS
517311, 517911, 517919
Clinton-Essex BOCES, a school district in Plattsburgh, NY, is seeking proposals for a self-provisioned network installation and ongoing maintenance services. - Government Buyer: - Clinton-Essex BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services), Plattsburgh, NY - Products/Services Requested: - Installation of a self-provisioned network with four (4) strands (two pairs) - All four strands to be lit in the first year - Network must support 10 Gbps initially, scalable to 25 Gbps for non-fiber solutions - Category One Maintenance and Operations services for the network - Includes data transmission and internet access - Requirements: - Network will be applicant owned and operated - Proposals must include all associated costs: monthly recurring, non-recurring, and special construction charges - Detailed cost breakdowns required - Strict communication protocols; incomplete or generic responses will be disqualified - Scope covers both self-provisioned and third-party network options - Subject to E-Rate program rules - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Quantities: - 4 network strands (2 pairs) - 1 maintenance and operations service contract - Notable: - Annual contract, with potential for 1 to 4 years - Initial year includes installation and lighting of all strands
Description
Clinton-Essex BOCES is requesting offers for a self-provisioned network with four strands (two pairs) to be installed, intending to light four strands (two pairs) in the first year, providing 10 Gbps scalable to 25 Gbps equivalent for non-fiber self-provisioned solutions. The procurement also includes Category One Maintenance and Operations. Detailed requirements and submission instructions are provided in the associated Form 470 attachments. The solicitation is for a term ranging from 1 to 4 years with annual payment.