Dedicated Fiber Internet Access and Managed Router Services

Joliet Public Library is seeking proposals for dedicated leased lit-fiber Internet access and transport with a managed router, scalable from 250 Mbps to 1 Gbps, beginning July 1, 2027.

Joliet Public Library


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270001815
Nov 09, 2026 10:00 PM
Oct 12, 2026 10:10 AM
3 years base + 2 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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+19737143724
718 St Nicholas Drive, O'fallon, IL, USA
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Description

Joliet Public Library is requesting proposals for Category 1 bundled Internet access services consisting of dedicated, synchronous leased lit fiber, an Internet service provider connection, a transport circuit, and a managed router. The requested service must support a minimum bandwidth of 250 Mbps, with the ability to increase capacity to 500 Mbps or 1 Gbps during the contract term and voluntary extensions. Bidders must identify the managed router manufacturer and model, and separately price any installation or configuration required for new or upgraded service. Proposals must identify eligible and ineligible services and associated costs, including taxes and surcharges; provide the bidder's SPIN/498 ID and current FCC Form 473 (SPAC), or evidence of filing; offer SPI or BEAR payment options; and comply with applicable state and local procurement requirements. Award is contingent on E-Rate funding and final board approval, with price as the primary evaluation factor. The current 250 Mbps AT&T leased lit-fiber service expires June 30, 2027, and the requested replacement service is scheduled to begin July 1, 2027.

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
dedicated internet accessmanaged router servicesfiber data transmission
Specifications
Service
Timeline
Oct 12, 2026-Form 470 Certified Date
Nov 09, 2026 11:00 PM-Allowable Contract Date / Bid Due Date
Jun 30, 2027-Current Contract Expiration
Jul 1, 2027-Contract Services Commence
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Documents
TitleDate Posted
FCC Form 470 #270001815 Application (PDF)Oct 12, 2026 10:10 AM
RFP FY2027 No. 270001815 Joliet.docxOct 12, 2026 10:10 AM
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