Specifications include, but are not limited to: Louisville Metro is requesting proposals from qualified firms to create a public wireless (Wi-Fi) network that can be repeated in Metro owned parks. The scope of services includes the following: (1) system design, (2) equipment and licensing provision, (3) Internet Service identification and/or provision, (4) installation, (5) the warranty necessary to create a public Wi-Fi network in the parks, and (6) system monitoring, maintenance, and upkeep. The initial request is for up to 5 parks but could be expanded as funding allows. The system will provide no-fee public access to the Internet within the coverage area and will be able to accommodate needs of patrons to area businesses, citizens, students, and special event attendees. Metro intends to have a portal page for system access, which may be used to facilitate the dissemination of information. The system is intended to support “casual” usage. Therefore, local businesses should not view the system as providing service inside private buildings as an alternative to commercially available Internet access for ongoing business or residential needs.
