021-DW-0125_LAN_Fiber_Optic_Installation_E-Rate_Addendum1.pdf

This document is an Addendum 1 for Solicitation 021-DW-0125 issued by Polk County Public Schools for a LAN Fiber Optic Installation E-Rate project. The addendum outlines the procurement timeline, with key dates including the ITB broadcast on 11/08/2024, a pre-bid non-mandatory meeting on 11/14/2024 at 9:00 AM (ET), and the deadline for electronic bid receipt on 12/13/2024 at 3:00 PM (ET). The bid opening is scheduled for the same date and time, with the post-bid tab and notice of recommended bid award anticipated on 12/17/2024. The final approval of the award recommendation by the board/superintendent is expected on 1/28/2025.

The solicitation is for the installation of local area networks using fiber optic cable and associated equipment across various school sites in Polk County, Florida. The procurement is contingent upon approval of the district's E-Rate application for funding. Vendors are directed to submit their bids electronically through www.myvendorlink.com, with all official communications and updates to be posted on the same website. The pre-bid meeting is non-mandatory, and vendors have until 11/14/2024 at 5:00 PM (ET) to submit questions regarding the solicitation.