Description
The Pelham City School District is seeking qualified responses for wide area networking services to connect the District’s instructional and administrative facilities. The District strongly prefers dark fiber service, but in accordance with E-rate program rules, will evaluate proposals for lit (managed) fiber service that meets the stated requirements. The proposed solution should provide 1 pair (2 strands) of single mode fiber or a minimum 10Gbps of capacity between the BoE and each instructional facility. The District requires a 36-month service term, with an option to upgrade any single location or multiple locations to a higher service level during the life of the agreement.
• The District is seeking a reliable, secure, and cost-effective connectivity solution for teachers and students.
• The proposed solution should include connectivity all the way to the MDF in each facility.
• The District requires a strong SLA for network performance and reliability.
• The proposed solution should include support services available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.
• The District requires a clear understanding of the service requirements and a description of the Vendor’s support services.