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This Solicitation opportunity from Illinois was posted on February 10, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

26-448DOIT-TELEC-B-51005 | MET7-CY26 Metro Ethernet

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26-448DOIT-TELEC-B-51005State & Local

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The solicitation titled "26-448DOIT-TELEC-B-51005 | MET7-CY26 Metro Ethernet," issued by the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology under the Telecommunications agency, seeks proposals for Metro Ethernet transport services across multiple state locations within Illinois, primarily centered in Springfield. The contract envisions a long-term engagement with an initial six-year term and a potential extension up to ten years. Vendors are required to make contracted sites operational within 180 calendar days of contract execution. While no firm fixed pricing or total contract value is disclosed, cost evaluation relies on a lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA) methodology, where price proposals must include Monthly Recurring Charges (MRC) multiplied by the service term plus Non-Recurring Charges (NRC), with optional bandwidth tiers used as tie-breakers. The scope demands adherence to comprehensive technical, regulatory, and security standards. Performance includes ensuring dependable and compliant Metro Ethernet connectivity at various state sites, verified by inspection at end locations such as the Central Computing Facility in Springfield and other regional points of presence. The work products and data resulting from this contract are considered work-for-hire, fully owned by the State of Illinois, and the vendor must comply with the Illinois Procurement Code, Illinois Freedom of Information Act, and applicable state and federal laws. Security requirements incorporate compliance with NIST SP 800-53 Revision 5 baseline controls, Illinois IT Accessibility Act standards, and Cloud Security Alliance guidelines, with strict controls over access to sensitive data and personnel vetting. The contract includes requirements for vendor disclosures related to organizational conflicts of interest, ownership, financial and legal status, and prohibits solicitation or employment of current State employees without notification. Invoicing is conducted post-completion or upon milestones, directed to the state’s accounts payable in Springfield, with no electronic payment system explicitly mandated. The solicitation process mandates submission of comprehensive vendor disclosure forms and certifications via the Illinois Procurement Gateway. Overall, the contract emphasizes stringent compliance, vendor responsibility for quality and security, and cost-effective delivery of state-wide Metro Ethernet services.

General Info

Illinois seeks vendors for six-year Metro Ethernet services statewide, emphasizing security, compliance, and lowest-price award.

Place of Performance

120 West Jefferson, Springfield, IL, 62702, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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B-51005 Metro Ethernet IFB Questions and Answers 3-11-2026

DOCX, High priority: read this firstq-and-a
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B-51005 Metro Ethernet IFB Vendor Instructions v1.22.26

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Illinois Vendor Disclosure Form v26

DOCX, High priority: read this first21 pages · vendor-disclosure
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IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure Form

DOCX, High priority: read this first3 pages · vendor-disclosure
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Metro Ethernet Transport Service Contract 26-448DOIT-TELEC-B-51005

DOCX, High priority: read this firstcontract-document
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Attachment A - MET7-CY26 Site Information

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Attachment B - POP Z End Locations v1.28.26

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B-51005 MET7-CY26 Metro Ethernet Offer Blank.pdf

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Response deadline added: Mar 20, 2026.

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AgencyIllinois → Telecommunications
Contacts1 person available
OfficeSpringfield, IL, 62702, USA
Organization / AgencyIllinois → Telecommunications
Office AddressSpringfield, IL, 62702, USA
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Leigh Ann HenlinePurchaser

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MET7-CY26 Metro Ethernet

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MET10 - Metro Ethernet (IFB)
Solicitation # 27-448DOIT-TELEC-B-54311
Solicitation 27-448DOIT-TELEC-B-54311 is an Invitation for Bid issued by the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology to procure Metro Ethernet services. The objective is to establish reliable wide area network connectivity, specifically last mile fiber-based point-to-point and multipoint connections, between State offices and Illinois Century Network Point of Presence sites. Required services must provide synchronous bandwidth between 100MB and 1GB with a minimum availability of 99.98% based on a 30-day average, a one-way delay of 18 milliseconds or less, and one-way jitter of 12 milliseconds or less. The vendor must also provide 24/7/365 helpdesk and technical support. The contract features an initial term of six years, with a maximum total duration not to exceed ten years. Awarding will be based on the lowest price submitted by a responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must submit all responses electronically via BidBuy, including a Vendor Disclosure, an Offer to the State of Illinois Information and Technology, and a BEP Utilization Plan. The selected vendor must maintain comprehensive insurance, including General Commercial Liability of 2 million dollars annual aggregate and Auto Liability of 1 million dollars per occurrence. Performance is subject to various Illinois state certifications regarding equal opportunity, anti-collusion, and cybersecurity risks, with payments processed according to the State Prompt Payment Act.
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