# E-Rate #270003256

BECPL broadband internet and unlimited-data wireless service for bookmobiles

**Posted:** November 06, 2026
**Respond By:** December 04, 2026
**Identifier:** 270003256
**NAICS:** 517312, 517311, 517911

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library is seeking internet connectivity for its library network and wireless service for its bookmobiles.
- **Government buyer:** Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (BECPL), serving Erie County, New York.
- **Services requested:**
  - Dedicated internet access and data transmission for the main library and networked branches, with at least 600 Mbps symmetrical service, preferably fiber, and upgrade capability to 1–2 Gbps. The earlier service request also lists a 500 Mbps minimum and 2 Gbps maximum. Service must connect to the existing network inside the main library, not stop at the property line.
  - Unlimited-data wireless internet for two existing bookmobiles, with an option to add up to two more. Service must cover Erie County, support 10 devices per bookmobile, and work with BECPL-owned **Cradlepoint Technologies** routers. Voice service is not requested.
- **OEMs and named companies:** **Cradlepoint Technologies** is the named router manufacturer. **Huawei** and **ZTE** are identified as prohibited sources of equipment or services, not as eligible suppliers. No internet or cellular service provider is specified.
- **Key requirements:** Providers must identify the service demarcation and include and price provider-owned equipment needed to deliver service. Quotes should cover 36- and/or 60-month terms, disclose applicable recurring and one-time costs, and keep initial-term prices fixed. Month-to-month interim service is sought if new service is unavailable at commencement. Any resulting agreement depends on E-Rate funding approval.
- **Scope note:** The latest listed attachment details the bookmobile cellular service; the earlier internet-service request is not included in that attachment list.

### Description

Buffalo and Erie County Public Library seeks Category 1 internet access for its main library and networked branches, with a minimum stated speed of 600 Mbps upload and download, preferably via fiber and upgradeable to 1.0–2.0 Gbps. It also seeks wireless internet service for two existing bookmobiles, with an option to add service for up to two more. The cellular RFP requests unlimited data, coverage throughout Erie County, compatibility with existing Cradlepoint routers, and quotes for 36- and/or 60-month terms beginning July 1, 2027. See the attached RFP documents; bids are due December 4, 2026.

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