DEPARTMENT
Library
REQUESTED ACTION
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Request approval of the lowest responsible bidder - Fulton County Library System, 25ITB1484401B-PS, E-Rate Eligible Internet Access & WAN Connectivity in an amount not to exceed $133,029.48 with AT&T Corporation (Atlanta, GA) to supply broadband Internet access and wide area network (WAN) connectivity between primary and secondary datacenters and a number of individual public libraries located within the metropolitan Atlanta Georgia area. Effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with three renewal options. This item is 100% grant funded. body
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REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-373, all competitive sealed bids of more than $100,000 shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY AREA RELATED TO THIS ITEM (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Arts and Libraries
COMMISSION DISTRICTS AFFECTED
All Districts ?
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IS THIS A PURCHASING ITEM?
Yes
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND
This action will provide internet access to library patrons for internet connectivity during library visits. The vendor will be required to participate in the Universal Service Support Mechanism for schools and libraries, known as "E-Rate", as authorized under the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996.This contract may be totally or partially dependent upon the successful receipt of Universal Service Administrative Company Fund (USAC) subsidies commonly known as "E-Rate". There are currently 34 libraries providing Internet access and WAN connectivity with the capability to add any additional sites as required. This accessibility is necessary to provide internet access for library users of the Library System's website.
Scope of Work: This action allows the library to provide internet and Wi-Fi access to meet patrons' expectations for internet connectivity during their library visits.
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