Opportunity
E-Rate #270001849
Managed support for Sparta Public Library’s existing network equipment
Posted
October 12, 2026
Respond By
November 09, 2026
Identifier
270001849
NAICS
541513, 541519
Sparta Public Library is seeking managed support for its existing E-Rate-eligible network infrastructure. - Buyer: Sparta Public Library, a local public library in Sparta, Illinois; no sub-agency or specific office is identified. - Requested service: Funding Year 2027 Category 2 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) to operate, manage, monitor, and support existing eligible equipment, including firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, wireless access points, a network controller, and UPS battery backup. - OEMs identified in the latest equipment inventory: Fortinet (FortiGate firewall), Ubiquiti (access points and switches), and Eaton (UPS). The provided summaries do not state exact models, part numbers, or equipment quantities; the detailed inventory is in the attachment. - No service provider or reseller is named. Comparable brands may be considered, and the library seeks flexibility to add or remove services as needed. - Notable requirements: proposals must reference FCC Form 470 application 270001849; bidders must have a SPIN and meet applicable USAC service-provider certification requirements, and pricing must meet the Lowest Corresponding Price requirement. Contract terms may vary, including multi-year arrangements, voluntary extensions, or month-to-month service; any extensions must be stated in the contract, and long-term terms must address the possibility of E-Rate funding ending.
Description
SPARTA PUBLIC LIBRARY is seeking managed internal broadband services for existing equipment under its E-Rate FY2027 request. The work is to manage and maintain the eligible equipment listed in an attachment, including a Fortigate firewall, Ubiquiti access points and switches, and an Eaton UPS. Bids must reference Form 470 number 270001849 and be submitted by email to the technical contact identified in the form. Vendors must have a SPIN, offer the Lowest Corresponding Price, and follow the stated procurement requirements.