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Whitley County Public Library internet and bookmobile connectivity procurement

Whitley County Public Library is seeking connectivity for its main branch and bookmobile, with a Category 2 equipment request also appearing in the certified Form 470. - Government buyer: Whitley County Public Library, Williamsburg, Whitley County, Kentucky; the source does not identify a sub-agency or office. - Internet service: One dedicated, symmetrical connection at 1–2 Gbps for 285 S 3rd St, Williamsburg, KY 40769. Include five static IP addresses, estimated taxes and surcharges, and installation and initial configuration; confirm availability and disclose any special construction charges. The library requests 36- and 60-month term options. - Bookmobile service: One mobile hotspot and cellular data service for library operations and patron Wi-Fi. The RFP requires at least 10 Mbps and 25 GB of monthly data; the Form 470 also states a 5 Mbps minimum and 1 Gbps maximum capacity. Separately identify eligible cellular service, recurring charges, and any maintenance or insurance costs. - Category 2 equipment and OEM: The Form 470 lists one managed internal broadband leased-equipment request. Meraki equipment described in the initial notice was one MX105-HW router/firewall with Advanced Security License and two MR46-HW access points with licensing, or equivalents. The detailed managed-services attachment is absent from the latest notice, so those specific Meraki items and associated management requirements are not confirmed in the current package. - Other named vendors/OEMs: No cellular carrier, internet provider, or other vendor is named in the supplied materials. Meraki is the only named OEM/brand. - Notable requirements: Vendors must have a SPIN/Form 498 ID. Bookmobile coverage in Whitley County and price are evaluation factors. Internet proposals must address service availability and special construction charges.

Description

Whitley County Public Library is requesting monthly dedicated, symmetrical internet service of 1–2 Gbps at its Williamsburg, Kentucky address, including five static IP addresses and estimated taxes and surcharges. Bidders must provide 36-month and 60-month contract options and confirm service availability at the delivery address; applicable special construction charges must be specified. The request also includes a cellular data plan/air card service for the Library bookmobile, with details provided in the referenced RFP. Bids must include the provider’s SPIN/Form 498 ID.

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