E-Rate #270004072

NYPL fiber internet access and Ethernet transport services

The New York Public Library is seeking fiber internet access and private Ethernet connections for its branches and facilities. - Buyer: New York Public Library (NYPL), NYPL Erate Team. - Services requested: - Dedicated Internet Access (DIA): 128 circuits serving 64 locations, generally two concurrent, symmetrical, dedicated connections per site. Bandwidth is site-specific; listed examples include 20 Gbps at TelX, 50 Mbps at LSC, and paired 2 Gbps circuits at 63 other locations. - Point-to-point Ethernet: 15 circuits connecting library facilities—four at 10 Gbps, nine at 5 Gbps, and two at 2 Gbps. - Key requirements: Fiber service must be symmetrical and dedicated; DIA circuits are to be load-balanced through NYPL’s SD-WAN. Requirements include static IPv4 addressing (minimum /29), IPv6, static routing and BGP support, multimode fiber with LC connectors, and a managed PDU with remote reboot and a web interface. Certain locations have specific eBGP and public-IP-block requirements. Ethernet must be unmetered and include installation, designated handoffs, and an SLA for uptime, latency, and repair time. - OEMs and vendors: No service-provider OEMs, vendors, or product manufacturers are identified in the provided materials. - Commercial scope: Three-year service term with monthly pricing; proposals must include installation costs, taxes, and surcharges. NYPL may request bandwidth increases during the term.

Description

New York Public Library is seeking bids for Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) at 64 branch locations and dedicated point-to-point Ethernet transport connecting 15 library locations. DIA circuits must be dedicated, symmetrical, uncontended fiber service with specified bandwidth, IP, routing, and handoff requirements; Ethernet proposals must include symmetrical, unmetered service and an SLA. Services require a three-year term, installation charges, monthly pricing, and the ability to start on July 1, 2027. Proposals must follow the attached RFP and be submitted according to its instructions; portions may be awarded separately.

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