# E-Rate #270001823

Managed network support for Sesser Public Library’s existing broadband equipment

**Posted:** October 12, 2026
**Respond By:** November 09, 2026
**Identifier:** 270001823
**NAICS:** 811213, 541513, 541519

Sesser Public Library is seeking a provider to manage and monitor its existing eligible internal broadband network equipment.
- **Buyer:** Sesser Public Library, a local public library in Sesser, Franklin County, Illinois.
- **Requested service:** E-Rate Category 2 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for Funding Year 2027, including operation, management, and monitoring of existing network infrastructure. This is a services request, not a purchase of new equipment.
- **OEMs and identified equipment:** **SonicWall** TZ400 firewall (02-ssc-6841); **Ubiquiti** UAP-AC-HD-US wireless access point and USW-ENTERPRISE-8-POE switch; **Atlantic** WM-15-18 rack (identifier 34-21010951); and **APC** SMC1500C 1500VA tower LCD UPS, 120V with SmartConnect Port. Quantities are not specified. The RFP also identifies existing firewalls, switches, a router, cabling, wireless access points, a network controller, and UPS battery backup; a more detailed inventory is referenced but not included.
- **Notable requirements:** Equivalent or comparable brands may be proposed. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN and the 2027 Form 473 on file with USAC. Proposals and questions are directed to consultant Jill Dare. The earlier Form 470 identifies the opportunity as 270001823.

### Description

SESSER PUBLIC LIBRARY is seeking proposals for managed internal broadband services (Category 2) for Funding Year 2027. The work involves support and management of existing eligible network infrastructure, including equipment such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, wireless access points, network controllers, and UPS battery backup. Equivalent or comparable brands will be considered, and vendors must have a SPIN and include it in their bid. Bids are due November 9, 2026, and must be emailed to the technical contact/consultant identified in the form.

[View original listing](https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001823/17017604/22734746-USAC_FCC_FORM_470_APPLICATION_270001823_CERTIFIED.pdf)