2.4.1 Network Design Due to the district’s large geographic area, a dual-ring configuration is currently in use. Hub sites are identified in Attachment A. District will consider traditional network designs or alternative proposals that, in accordance with E-rate guidance, maximize cost effectiveness. Proposers should clearly illustrate proposed network design and construction routes. District is not advocating or mandating any preconceived network design or construction route and leaves this decision up to Proposer to present their best solution while recognizing the cited termination locations. The Proposal must include a detailed fiber pathway map (e.g., Google Maps or equivalent GIS-based mapping) showing the exact proposed route(s) of the fiber between all specified sites. The map must clearly indicate: • Whether each segment is aerial or buried • Whether the fiber plant is owned by the Proposer or leased/subcontracted from another provider • The name of any subcontracted or third-party provider(s) responsible for fiber segments • All proposed points of presence, splice points, and demarcation points Maps must be provided in an electronic format viewable by the District (e.g., PDF overlay, KML/KMZ export, or equivalent). Proposals that do not include a complete fiber pathway map may be considered non-Responsive. Proposers must disclose whether the proposed fiber design provides diverse routing between District sites or if it is a single path. If diverse routes are included, the Proposal must identify the alternate paths and explain how traffic will be handled if one path is unavailable. If only a single path is proposed, the Proposer must describe available options and associated costs for adding path diversity in the future.
