Opportunity
E-Rate #270002077
Dedicated symmetric-fiber internet access and data transmission for Horizon Science Academy Davenport
Posted
October 14, 2026
Respond By
November 11, 2026
Identifier
270002077
NAICS
517311
Horizon Science Academy Davenport is seeking dedicated fiber internet access and data transmission for its Davenport, Iowa, school site. - Government buyer: Horizon Science Academy Davenport; no sub-agency or purchasing office is identified. - Requested service: One bundled Category 1 internet access and transport circuit over leased dedicated symmetric fiber. Minimum capacity is 1 Gbps; bidders must price 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, and up to 5 Gbps tiers, with upgrades available at pre-negotiated rates. - Named vendor: Metro Fibernet is identified as the current provider. No product OEMs are named. - Additional service costs: Separately itemize installation and initial configuration if needed for new service or an upgrade, as well as estimated taxes and surcharges. - Notable requirements: Bidders must meet applicable E-Rate requirements, including a valid SPIN and current FCC Form 473 certification. Eligible-service pricing is the primary evaluation factor. Award and performance depend on E-Rate funding and local board approval. - Term: Service is planned to begin in July 2027, with a three- or five-year base term and two optional 12-month extensions. - Line items: One internet access and data transmission service; installation/configuration is separately priced if required.
Description
Horizon Science Academy Davenport is seeking bids for Category 1 Internet Access and Data Transmission Service, including bundled internet service and a transport circuit delivered to the school. The requested dedicated symmetric fiber service has a minimum bandwidth of 1 Gbps, with pricing requested for 1, 2, and up to 5 Gbps and the ability to upgrade during the contract term. Bids should include estimated taxes and surcharges, and separate installation/configuration costs if required. The RFP describes contract options of three or five years, with services commencing July 1, 2027, and includes two voluntary 12-month extensions.