E-Rate #270001846

Smithton Public Library seeks managed support for existing network and power equipment

Smithton Public Library is seeking E-Rate-funded management and maintenance for its existing network and power infrastructure. - Government buyer: Smithton Public Library, a local public library in Smithton, St. Clair County, Illinois; no sub-agency or office is identified. - Requested service: Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) to operate, manage, and monitor existing Category 2 infrastructure. This is a services request, not a purchase of new equipment. - Existing equipment identified: One each of a FortiGate FG-40F firewall; Ubiquiti UAP-AC-PRO-US access point; Ubiquiti USW-16-PoE 16-port switch; Ubiquiti USW-FLEX-MINI 5-port switch; and Eaton 5SC 750VA UPS. - Broader support scope: The RFP also references routers, cabling, wireless access points, network controllers, switches, firewalls, and UPS battery backup. A detailed inventory is referenced but was not included with the available attachment summary. - OEMs: Fortinet (FortiGate), Ubiquiti, and Eaton. Equivalent or comparable equipment brands may be considered for the supported infrastructure. - Notable requirements: The library seeks management and monitoring of existing equipment and flexibility to add or remove services as needs change. It may consider different contract terms, and long-term arrangements should protect the library if E-Rate funding is discontinued. Bidders are asked to identify any free services. - Contact: Jill Dare is identified for proposals and questions.

Description

Smithton Public Library is seeking proposals for Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) to support and manage its existing eligible Category 2 network infrastructure. Services include support and management of equipment such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, wireless access points, network controllers, and UPS battery backup. Equivalent or comparable brands may be proposed, and vendors must have an E-Rate SPIN and include it in their bid. Bids must reference Form 470 number 270001846 and be emailed to Jill Dare by November 9, 2026.

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