E-Rate #270001674

Fiber internet, managed Wi-Fi, and network equipment for Robert J. Kleberg Public Library

Robert J. Kleberg Public Library seeks E-Rate-eligible fiber internet, managed Wi-Fi, and network equipment and services for its Kingsville, Texas, library. - Government buyer: Robert J. Kleberg Public Library; no sub-agency or office is identified. - OEM: Meraki is named for switches and wireless access points; equivalent or improved solutions may be proposed. - Internet service: One dedicated fiber internet service at 200 Mbps or higher, with incremental bandwidth pricing requested. - Network equipment: One switch with necessary software and licenses; the RFP also requests switch/PoE equipment as needed. The Form 470 lists eight Meraki-or-equivalent wireless access points with necessary software and licenses; the narrative specifies four new outdoor access points to supplement four existing indoor access points, for eight total. Outdoor coverage is intended for the parking lot, outdoor seating areas, or building perimeter. Cabling and associated eligible components are also requested. - Services: Managed Wi-Fi and Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS), continued support or replacement of existing network equipment, and equipment installation, configuration, maintenance, and support. - Notable requirements: Bids must be E-Rate eligible and include the vendor's E-Rate SPIN/498 ID. Internet pricing should cover month-to-month and 12-, 36-, and 60-month terms; the RFP describes a three-year arrangement.

Description

Robert J. Kleberg Public Library requests proposals for a three-year contract for dedicated 200 Mbps fiber internet access, managed Wi-Fi and Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS), and related network equipment and services. The scope includes continued support or replacement of existing equipment and adding four outdoor wireless access points, with associated switches, PoE equipment, cabling, installation, configuration, maintenance, and support. Vendors may propose equivalent or improved equipment and should provide separate pricing for the requested service components; offers must be E-Rate eligible and comply with applicable E-Rate requirements. Bids are due November 5, 2026.

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