E-Rate #270003571

Dedicated fiber internet access, 1–5 Gbps, for Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School

Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School seeks dedicated fiber internet access for its State College, Pennsylvania site. - Buyer: Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School; State College, Centre County, Pennsylvania. - Services requested: Symmetrical dedicated fiber internet access at 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, or 5 Gbps. The school requests separate pricing for each option; the number of awarded service lines is not guaranteed. - Terms and performance: Price 24- and 36-month service terms, plus a voluntary 12-month extension. Service is anticipated to start in 2027. - Key requirements: At least 99.9% monthly availability; the provider must operate and manage the physical connection. Proposals must include an active E-Rate SPIN, support SPI invoicing, and separately price monthly bandwidth, installation or construction, equipment, global IP address options, and applicable taxes and fees. - OEM restrictions: Huawei and ZTE equipment are prohibited; proposals that include either are subject to disqualification. No eligible OEM or service provider is specified. - Evaluation: Pricing is a major consideration, along with relevant experience with the school and compatibility with its existing network.

Description

Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School seeks vendor proposals for dedicated fiber Internet access and data transmission service at its State College, Pennsylvania location. The request describes one service line with bandwidth options from 1 Gbps to 5 Gbps, including symmetrical speeds and 24- and 36-month terms, with a voluntary 12-month extension option. Proposals must include the vendor’s active USAC SPIN, service and installation costs, equipment and IP address costs, and applicable taxes and fees. Proposals are due by email December 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM; questions are due December 10, 2026.

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