Entertainment & Information Delivery System

The State of Colorado, Colorado Department of Corrections, is seeking information on modernizing its statewide correctional entertainment and information delivery system. The current system is a legacy satellite-based distribution system providing approximately 30 channels to multiple correctional facilities statewide and is approaching end-of-life. The goal of this RFI is to identify scalable, secure, and cost-effective alternatives that can provide enhanced entertainment, educational, and rehabilitative content to the incarcerated population. Key features of the desired system include customizable channel lineups, centralized management dashboard, electronic program guide functionality, strict "white-list" capabilities to prevent unauthorized access to external networks, and ability to disable specific channels or the entire system remotely during emergencies. Some of the key points to consider include: • Delivery models such as IPTV systems, hybrid fiber-coax, streaming/VOD, and wireless/tablet integration • Content acquisition and management, including relationships with content providers and licensing for correctional settings • Security measures, including hardened hardware and ability to prevent unauthorized communication or internet access • Performance standards, including system availability, latency, and buffering, as well as failover and redundancy strategies • Pricing structure and cost model, including any ongoing support and maintenance costs