Carbondale Public Library E-Rate Funding Year 2027 – Managed Internal Broadband Services - 270001840
Town of CarbondaleCity · Carbondale, IL- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Dare
- (618) 927-4408
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Summary
Carbondale Public Library requests proposals for Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) for E-Rate Funding Year 2027 under FCC Form 470 application number 270001840.
The scope includes network support, operation, management, and monitoring of existing network infrastructure and eligible Category 2 broadband internal connections components. Managed equipment includes 1 FortiGate Firewall (FG-40F), 3 Ubiquiti Internal Access Points (UAP-AC-PRO-US), 1 Ubiquiti 24-port switch (US-24-250W), 1 Allied 24-port switch (AT-GS910/24-10), and 1 Eaton 1500VA UPS (9SX1500). Bids must reference form 470 number 270001840 and be emailed to Jill Dare by the submission deadline of 2026-11-09. Bidders must have an E-Rate SPIN number, have Form 473 on file with USAC, and comply with LCP pricing and USAC rules.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001840/136796/22734395-Carbondale%20Library%20Make%20and%20Model.pdf https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001840/136796/22734392-MIBS%20Networking%20Support%20RFP.pdf
REQUIRED STAFFING
networking services
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Carbondale, IL
- Reported agency
- Carbondale Public Library
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Carbondale?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jill Dare.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Carbondale in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jill Dare at (618) 927-4408. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: networking services. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001840/136796/22734395-Carbondale%20Library%20Make%20and%20Model.pdf https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270001840/136796/22734392-MIBS%20Network. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Carbondale for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
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