North Chicago Public Library Bookmobile Data FY 2027
Updated
An E-Rate Form 470 from North Chicago Public Library in North Chicago, IL. Providers can bid until Nov 9, 2026.
| Applicant | North Chicago Public Library |
|---|---|
| Type | Library |
| Location | North Chicago, IL |
| County | Lake |
| Form 470 number | 270001113 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Oct 12, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Nov 9, 2026 (19 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 1 |
Internet access (Category 1)
There is an RFP document that provides greater detail on the scope of this project. It is important that service providers read the attached document to fully understand this project and prepare a more directed bid. All emailed questions should reference this Form 470 number in the subject line of the email.The North Chicago Public Library seeks bids for commercial wireless service (data plans) and associated equipment necessary to provide Wi-Fi within its mobile Bookmobiles.________________________________________________________Questions No informational meetings or building visits will be scheduled. Any questions related to the technical aspects of this document should be directed to Louis Carlile, Director at [email protected] later than 2 pm Central on November 3, 2026. Answers to any written questions or any additional information, revisions, or clarifications to the RFP will be provided in the form of an addendum to be posted with the FCC Form 470 on the Universal Service (E-Rate) website. It is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider to check for any addenda that may be issued.________________________________________________________Proposal DeliveryThe Applicant reserves the right to reject each and every bid, and to waive informalities, irregularities, and errors in the bidding to the extent permitted by law. This includes the right to extend the date and time for receipt of bids. In the event that a responsible bid is not received or if it is determined that the low bid received is too high, the bid received will be rejected and the project will be cancelled or re-bid. Bids should be e-mailed to the office of Louis Carlile, Director at [email protected] 2 pm Central on December 7, 2026.
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internet access | Cellular Data Plan/Air Card Service | 2 lines | 1024.00 Mbps to 10240.00 Mbps | 1 |
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, North Chicago Public Library had $9,636 of E-Rate services before discount, with a 90% E-Rate discount, from Comcast Business Communications, AT&T Mobility.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Internet access | Comcast Business Communications | $8,916 | 3 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Internet access | AT&T Mobility | $720 | 1 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Internet access | Comcast Business Communications | $8,916 | 3 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Wi-Fi Hotspots Services and Equipment | AT&T Mobility | $3,540 | 1 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Managed Wi-Fi | Imagetec L.P. | $2,760 | 1 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Internet access | AT&T Mobility | $1,861 | 1 | Jun 30, 2026 |
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)
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.