Regional Library Internet Access Services

Middle Georgia Regional Library is seeking Internet access services for 18 library locations, including fiber connectivity, managed network equipment, static IP addresses, CIPA-compliant filtering, monitoring, and support under a three-year contract with two one-year extensions.

Middle Georgia Regional Library


General
Open
270001309
Nov 04, 2026 08:00 PM
Sep 30, 2026 02:59 PM
3 years base + 2 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
vyash@bibblib.org
+14783102125
1180 Washington Avenue, Macon, GA, USA
Submission Instructions
Mail
Jennifer Lautzenheiser, Middle Georgia Regional Library, Care of: Hetal Vyas, 1180 Washington Ave, Macon, GA 31201
Description

Middle Georgia Regional Library is soliciting proposals for Internet access services at 18 library locations across seven Georgia counties. The requested services include fiber Internet connectivity with bandwidth options ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps, static IP address allocation, managed Internet service, basic firewall service, CIPA-compliant content filtering, monitoring, technical support, and compatibility with wireless access points. The vendor must provide all necessary equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, connections, and Ethernet cabling, and must include installation, maintenance, proactive monitoring, and on-site repairs when appropriate. The contract is intended to run from July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2030, with two optional one-year extensions. Full implementation is required by July 1, 2027. Proposals must include pricing for eligible and ineligible services, separate pricing for advanced firewall service, service-provider invoicing, the vendor's SPIN and FCC Registration Number, and at least five references. A performance bond or equivalent surety is required if the vendor is selected.

Classification Codes
NAICS517111Wired Telecommunications Carriers
PSCDG11Telecom access and other usage billing services. Includes internet, cellular services, landline and telephone services. Transport services for data and voice network circuits and associated access facilities and services; includes dedicated and virtual data networks.
Smart Codes
internet access servicesfiber network servicesmanaged firewall services
Specifications
Supply & Service
No
Timeline
Sep 30, 2026-Form 470 Certified
Oct 21, 2026 08:00 PM-Questions Due
Nov 2, 2026-Allowable Contract Date
Nov 04, 2026 09:00 PM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Jul 01, 2027 04:00 AM-Contract Start and Service Commencement
Nov 10, 2027-Proposal Opening
Requirements
Required
  • Performance Bond
Scored
  • Minimum 5 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
No
Documents
TitleDate Posted
MGRL CAT1 Internet Service RFP 2027_2030.pdfOct 05, 2026 12:10 PM
FCC Form 470 #270001309 Application (PDF)Sep 30, 2026 02:59 PM
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