E-Rate #270001398

E-Rate Internet connectivity and network access equipment for Archdiocese of Los Angeles schools

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles is seeking E-Rate connectivity and related network equipment for participating schools in its Category One consortium. - Government buyer: Roman Catholic Archbishop of Los Angeles, a California corporation sole, through the Archdiocese of Los Angeles (ADLA) and the ADLA E-Rate Category One 2027 Connectivity Consortium. - Requested services: - Leased lit fiber with Internet access. - Bundled non-fiber Internet access and transport. - Internet access and data transmission for 55 entities, with a stated capacity range of 1–5 Gbps; installation and initial configuration are required. - Locations and capacities: Appendix A identifies 55 participating school locations and reports 54 locations requesting 1 Gbps fiber, Cantwell Sacred Heart of Mary High School requesting 2 Gbps, and Damien High School requesting 5 Gbps. Bids may cover all locations or a subset, and multiple providers may be selected. - Equipment: Associated network access equipment is required to deliver service. No manufacturer, model, part number, or quantity is specified. - Notable requirements: Proposals must meet the RFP’s requirements for service handoff, IPv4/IPv6 routing, operating environment, Internet access, and service levels. Pricing must break out recurring service and transport charges, equipment, installation/construction/delivery charges, taxes, and fees. E-Rate eligible service pricing is the primary evaluation factor. - Named OEMs and service-provider vendors: None identified in the provided materials. No specific OEM or product is required. - Funding and term: Service is planned for funding year 2027 and is contingent on E-Rate funding approval and participating schools’ contract expirations. Multi-year proposals are considered; bidders must offer two one-year renewal options at the same cost to selected schools.

Description

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles, on behalf of its E-Rate Category One 2027 Connectivity Consortium, is seeking proposals for connectivity services for participating elementary and high schools. Requested services include leased lit fiber with Internet, bundled non-fiber Internet access and transport, and associated network access equipment. Bids may cover all participating schools or a subset, and the consortium may select multiple bidders for different services. The Form 470 lists Internet access and data transmission for 55 entities, with minimum and maximum capacities of 1 Gbps and 5 Gbps; the attached RFP gives further specifications.

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