Internet 2027-2030
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An E-Rate Form 470 from Archimedean Academy in Miami, FL. Providers can bid until Dec 9, 2026.
| Applicant | Archimedean Academy |
|---|---|
| Type | School |
| Location | Miami, FL |
| County | Miami-Dade County |
| Form 470 number | 270004385 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Nov 11, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Dec 9, 2026 (26 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 1 |
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internet access | Internet Access And Data Transmission Service | 1 each | 10 Gbps | 1 |
In their words: internet access (Category 1)
Archimedean Academy Inc (the applicant) is seeking competitive bids for Category 1 Leased Lit Fiber Internet Access (and/or Leased Lit Fiber Transport) to support institutional operations. 1.
Read the applicant's full note
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS & BANDWIDTH RANGE:- Primary Service Required: Dedicated 10 Gbps (10,000 Mbps) symmetrical Leased Lit Fiber connection with Internet Access.- Scalability: Bidders must provide pricing for 5 Gbps, and 10 Gbps symmetrical bandwidth to allow for future growth or cost-evaluation across bandwidth tiers.- Hand-off Interface: Single-mode fiber Ethernet hand-off using a 10GBASE-LR optical interface with LC duplex connectors (or equivalent).- Any brand names or technical standard references mentioned are intended as functional specifications, and bids for "or equivalent" services/equipment will be fully evaluated.2.
BID SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:- All bids must be submitted in writing to the contact listed on this Form 470.- Quotes must clearly itemize non-recurring installation costs (if any) and monthly recurring charges (MRC) strictly for E-Rate eligible transport and Internet services.- Ineligible Services: Any non-eligible services (e.g., voice/VoIP, equipment maintenance outside Category 1) must be priced completely separate from E-Rate eligible services and will not be factored into the E-Rate bid evaluation matrix.- Disqualified Bids: Proposals received after the 28-day waiting period, incomplete submissions lacking itemized pricing, or bids that do not meet the minimum technical requirements will be disqualified prior to evaluation.3.
CONTRACT TERMS & BID EVALUATION:- The Applicant seeks proposals for a multi-year agreement (e.g., 3-year term) with the option for voluntary annual extensions.- Per E-Rate program guidelines, Price of E-Rate Eligible Goods and Services will be the primary factor in the vendor selection process.- The Applicant reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive technicalities, and award the contract in the best interest of the school, subject to E-Rate funding approval.
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, Archimedean Academy had $28,140 of E-Rate services before discount, with a 60% E-Rate discount, from Comcast Business Communications.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Internet access | Comcast Business Communications | $28,140 | 5 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Internet access | Comcast Business Communications | $28,140 | 5 | Jun 30, 2027 |
From USAC funding request data (FCC Form 471). Costs are the amounts requested before the E-Rate discount.
Read the full Form 470 on USAC (PDF)
Applicant website: www.archimedean.org
Source: E-Rate FCC Form 470 data published by USAC (Universal Service Administrative Company) on opendata.usac.org, read once a day and shown as published, without warranty. Always read the full Form 470 and any RFP before you respond, and follow the competitive bidding rules of the E-Rate program.