Russell Library Basic Maintenance 2027
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An E-Rate Form 470 from Russell Public Library in Middletown, CT. Providers can bid until Dec 3, 2026.
| Applicant | Russell Public Library |
|---|---|
| Type | Library |
| Location | Middletown, CT |
| County | Middlesex |
| Form 470 number | 270003727 |
| Funding year | 2027 |
| Posted | Nov 5, 2026 |
| Bids accepted until | Dec 3, 2026 (26 days left) |
| Schools or libraries covered | 1 |
What they are asking for
| Service | What | Quantity | Capacity | Sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network maintenance | Racks | 5 each | 1 | |
| Network maintenance | Wireless Access Points | 28 each | 1 | |
| Network maintenance | Routers | 1 each | 1 | |
| Network maintenance | Uninterruptable Power Supply/Battery Backup | 5 each | 1 | |
| Network maintenance | Switches | 10 each | 1 | |
| Network maintenance | Firewall Service And Components | 1 each | 1 | |
| Network maintenance | Cabling | feet | 1 |
In their words: networks and Wi-Fi (Category 2)
See uploaded RFP for service request named "Russell Library Basic Maintenance 2027 Project Description and Timelines V1." Note that our Fortinet 6301F firewall is virtual provided by the Connecticut Education Network.
Their E-Rate history
In funding year 2026, Russell Public Library had $22,200 of E-Rate services before discount, with an 85% E-Rate discount, from Custom Computer Specialist, Inc., Dept of Admin Services, CT, State of Connecticut.
| Year | Service | Provider | Cost before discount | Bids received | Contract ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Network maintenance | Custom Computer Specialist, Inc. | $14,520 | 1 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Internet access | Dept of Admin Services, CT | $5,280 | 1 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2026 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | State of Connecticut | $2,400 | 1 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 2025 | Network maintenance | Custom Computer Specialist, Inc. | $7,503 | 1 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Internet access | Dept of Admin Services, CT | $5,280 | 1 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Network maintenance | Custom Computer Specialist, Inc. | $2,585 | 1 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Network maintenance | Dept of Admin Services, CT | $2,400 | 1 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| 2025 | Wi-Fi and network equipment | Dept of Admin Services, CT | $2,400 | 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.