E-Rate #270001842

Managed support for Lawrence Public Library District’s existing network infrastructure

Lawrence Public Library District is seeking managed support for its existing E-Rate-eligible network infrastructure. - Buyer: Lawrence Public Library District, Lawrenceville, Illinois. - Opportunity: Category 2 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for E-Rate Funding Year 2027, covering support, operation, management, and monitoring of existing equipment. - Equipment and OEMs identified: Fortinet (FortiGate firewall), Ubiquiti (wireless access point and switch), and Eaton (UPS). The requested infrastructure also includes firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, wireless access points, network controllers, and UPS battery backup. The equipment list does not provide quantities or part numbers. - Notable requirements: Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN and applicable Form 473 certification on file with USAC. Proposals must offer the Lowest Corresponding Price and identify any free services. The library seeks flexibility to add or remove services and may consider multi-year terms with voluntary extensions, month-to-month service, or varying contract terms. Long-term agreements must protect the library if E-Rate funding ends. - Bid reference: Form 470 number 270001842.

Description

LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT is seeking bids for Category 2 Managed Internal Broadband Services to manage its existing equipment. The attached equipment list identifies a Fortigate firewall, Ubiquiti access point and switch, and Eaton UPS to be maintained. Bids must reference Form 470 number 270001842 and be emailed to the technical contact/consultant, following applicable local and state procurement guidelines. Vendors must include a SPIN and offer the Lowest Corresponding Price; equivalent or comparable brands will be considered.

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