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Metro Ethernet Transport Service

Overview


IT Support, Hardware & Networking
Jacksonville, Illinois, United StatesPosted: May 28th, 2026Deadline: June 16th, 2026

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SUMMARY


Springfield, Illinois seeks a provider to implement and maintain high-speed, reliable metro ethernet transport service for government WAN connectivity.

KEY REQUIREMENTS


CONTRACT DURATION


72 months

TIMELINE


The contract has an initial term of six years. The vendor shall make the contracted site fully operational within 180 calendar days from the date of contract execution.

Issuing Agency


Department Of Innovation And Technology

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DESCRIPTION


The government authority in Springfield, Illinois is seeking a vendor to provide metro ethernet transport service. The selected provider will deliver Wide Area Network (WAN) connectivity between state offices and Century Network Point of Presence (POP) sites using metro ethernet services that offer bandwidth speeds between 100MB and 1GB, delivered via fiber.

Bandwidth must be guaranteed to be synchronous and supported 24/7/365, with a maximum one-way delay of 18 milliseconds and maximum jitter of 12 milliseconds. The vendor will also be responsible for ongoing monitoring and maintenance of connections and must proactively address any network issues that could impact connectivity. This service will serve as a vital component of the state’s telecommunications infrastructure.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due June 16, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by Department Of Innovation And Technology. The work is located in Jacksonville, Illinois, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
  • Experienced metro ethernet and telecommunications service provider
  • Expertise in government WAN connectivity solutions
  • Capability to deliver fiber-based, high-availability services
  • Proven track record of 24/7 network monitoring and maintenance
  • Presence in Illinois or neighboring states

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