E-Rate #270003133

Managed support for Anne West Lindsey District’s existing library network

Anne West Lindsey District seeks managed support for its existing Category 2 library network infrastructure in Carterville, Illinois. - Government buyer: Anne West Lindsey District, a public library in Carterville, Williamson County, Illinois. - Service requested: E-Rate Funding Year 2027 Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) to operate, manage, monitor, and support eligible internal network equipment. - Existing equipment identified for support (not new equipment purchases): - Cisco: 891F firewall, part number C891F-K9, quantity 1. - Ubiquiti: access points, part number UAP-AC-PRO-US, quantity 3; 24-port switch, part number USW-24-PoE, quantity 1. - Allied: 24-port switches, part number AT-GS900/24-10, quantity 2. - Eaton: 5SC 750VA UPS, quantity 1. - The RFP also covers eligible network infrastructure such as a router, cabling, and network controller; the detailed current inventory is available from the applicant. - Notable requirements: Equivalent brands are acceptable. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN and the applicable Form 473 on file with USAC and follow USAC requirements. The initial notice allows consideration of flexible contract terms and requires protection if E-Rate funding is discontinued.

Description

The applicant seeks managed internal broadband services for the operation, management, and support of existing eligible network equipment. Equipment may include firewall, switches, router, cabling, wireless access points, network controller, and UPS battery backup; the source refers bidders to an attached inventory for specific items. Bids must reference Form 470 number 270003133 and be submitted by email to the designated technical contact/consultant, with equivalent or comparable brands considered. Vendors must have and include a SPIN and follow applicable E-Rate, local, and state procurement requirements.

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