Request for Proposals For WIFI Service for NEH EEZ

What is this contract for?

BEDC is requesting proposals from qualified firms to create a public and a private wireless (Wi-Fi) network within the North East Hamilton (NEH) Economic Empowerment Zone (EEZ). The scope of services includes the following: • System design • Equipment and licensing provision • Internet Service identification and/or provision • Installation • System monitoring, maintenance and upkeep • Proposed plans to recover monthly costs of Internet service and maintenance/technical support As identified in the Coverage Area Map, the BEDC has identified a priority project area where the provision of Wi-Fi is the focus of this Request for Proposals. The system is expected to provide a strong signal to the outdoor areas of the entire coverage area. Summary of Key Dates (amendments in bold) Request for Proposals Published Thursday November 28th , 2019 Deadline for Inquiries/Questions (amendment in bold) Monday December 9th, 2019 5:00 pm (AST) Thursday December 12th, 2019 5:00 pm (AST) Inquiries Answered (addition in bold) Monday December 16th, 2019 (AST) Submission Deadline (amendment in bold) Friday December 20th, 2019 5:00 pm (AST) Friday January 3 rd, 2020 5:00 pm (AST) Vendor Selection (this date subject to change and respondents will be notified accordingly) (amendment in bold) Friday January 24th, 2020 5:00 pm (AST) Friday January 31st, 2020 5:00 pm (AST) Request for Proposals Published - Thursday November 28th , 2019