The government authority in Darlington, South Carolina seeks a vendor to provide internal connections services, with the project scheduled to commence upon E-Rate funding approval. The scope of work requires professional installation of equipment, ensuring precise fitting, leveling, and secure placement. Vendors are responsible for gathering all necessary dimensions to achieve accurate integration with existing or expected district contracts, and must provide appropriate lead-ins for equipment requiring power, water, or other essential services.

The contractor must supply two comprehensive service data manuals containing operation and maintenance instructions, including visuals, schematic diagrams, repair guides, and utility connection data. These manuals should also include complete lists of replaceable parts. All devices installed must be externally labeled with device name and IP address per district guidelines. A planning meeting is required to align with district standards for VLANs, IP schemes, network configuration, and management/monitoring.

Project schedules are contingent upon school availability and may require multiple installation days at some sites. Switch stacks must use closed loop stacking cables, and existing VLAN configurations and patching must be preserved on new equipment. Questions regarding this project should be submitted no later than March 5, 2026.