E-Rate #270002763

E-Rate fiber network services, UPS equipment, and maintenance for Belding Area School District

Belding Area School District is seeking E-Rate network services and power-protection equipment for its schools and other district entities. - Government buyer: Belding Area School District, Belding, Ionia County, Michigan; no sub-agency or office is specified. - OEM: Vertiv Liebert is named for the UPS equipment; equivalent products are acceptable. No reseller or other vendor is named. - Products requested: Approximately 15 UPS/battery-backup units, specified as Vertiv Liebert GXT5 2000VA with network card and NEMA 5-15P plug, plus necessary software and licenses. One rack is listed only if USAC determines that a requested part number is a rack; no manufacturer preference is specified. - Services requested: Maintenance for the district’s private lit-fiber network connecting seven entities, supporting 10–25 Gbps; Category One data transmission/internet access with installation and initial configuration; and basic maintenance for 15 UPS units. - Notable requirements: Quantities are approximate where stated. Non-USF-eligible items or services must be priced separately. Implementation is contingent on funding approval; the district may consider multiple providers and multi-year contracts.

Description

Belding Area School District is seeking Category 1 and Category 2 services under the E-Rate program. The request includes maintenance for the district’s private lit-fiber network, with capacity from 10 Gbps to 25 Gbps, and approximately 15 UPS units with maintenance. The RFP also notes that quantities are approximate and that non-eligible services must be itemized separately. Responses are due November 24, 2026; see the RFP for specifications and response details.

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