RFP-BG-121 - Internet Connectivity

Summary of Specifications:
The Arapahoe Library District (ALD) is seeking competitive proposals for internet connectivity serving six locations in Arapahoe County. We need 20Mbps internet connection with no usage cap, a static IP address and a router capable of handling over 50 PCs at each branch with a constant stream of traffic all day. This may fall under the Universal Services Administrative Corporation E-rate eligible guidelines. ALD provides two separate bandwidths for connectivity. One connection is established for our administrative purposes and the other is dedicated to patron usage. The network and hardware needs to be functioning 24 hour a day. We have library branches that are open 12 hours a day and use the connections afterhours to perform software updates. We are seeking a three year contract beginning July 1, 2012. The Arapahoe Library District has reason to believe that sufficient funds will be available for the full term of the contract. However, financial obligations of ALD payable after the current fiscal year are contingent upon funds for this purpose being appropriated, budgeted, and otherwise made available. In the event that funds are not appropriated, ALD will notify the vendor and the contract will be terminated without penalty on the last day of ALD’s current fiscal year.