E-Rate #270002912

Salem Township Library E-rate internet, firewall, and network support

Salem Township Library in Burnips, Michigan, seeks E-rate internet connectivity and support for its firewall and internal network. - Government buyer: Salem Township Library; no parent agency, sub-agency, or office is identified. - Primary OEMs named: WatchGuard Technologies (or equivalent), Ubiquiti, SODOLA, and ZyXel. The request also identifies existing equipment from these manufacturers for maintenance and managed services. - Internet service: Category 1 internet access and data transmission with a minimum capacity of 400 Mbps and a stated maximum of 1 Gbps. Requested features include domain registration, at least one static IP address, 99.97% uptime if available, 24/7 support with a response time no longer than four hours, and itemized connectivity components and ISP-owned equipment. - Firewall: Approximately one WatchGuard or equivalent firewall, with installation, configuration, software/licenses as needed, and maintenance. The library identifies its existing WatchGuard WGT45413. - Internal network equipment and support: Basic maintenance and/or managed internal broadband services for eligible equipment, including Ubiquiti USW-Pro-48-POE (1), U6-Pro access points (3), and UDM-PRO (1); SODOLA 24 Port PoE Gigabit Managed Switch 400W (1); and ZyXel GS1900-24 switches (2). The supporting equipment categories also include four switches, three wireless access points, and one wireless controller; these categories may overlap with the model-specific inventory. - Notable requirements: Separate E-rate-ineligible components and services in pricing; provide firm-fixed pricing and an E-rate SPIN; comply with E-rate requirements. Service implementation is contingent on USF funding approval. Multi-year contracts or multiple providers may be considered.

Description

Salem Township Library is seeking quotations for Category 1 internet access and data transmission service, with a minimum bandwidth of 400 Mbps. The attached RFP also requests Category 2 services, including a firewall and maintenance or managed services for eligible internal network equipment. Quotations are due November 26, 2026, and must be submitted by email as an “E-rate bid.” Vendors must meet the requirements and provide the itemized pricing and other details described in the RFP.

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