When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on October 9, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Broward County. The work is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Telecommunications or managed connectivity provider with mobile hotspot deployment experience. Expertise in centralized device management, cellular data services, and multi-network connectivity. Demonstrated capabilities in firewalling, malware detection, intrusion prevention, SIM-jacking protection, and CIPA-compliant web filtering. Experience integrating technology solutions with library systems, APIs, or SirsiDynix Symphony. Ability to support government or public library customers with responsive device management and alerting services.

Remote Management Platform and Mobile Hotspots Solution (Closed)

A Florida government authority seeks mobile hotspots, unlimited data subscriptions, and a secure remote management platform for its libraries division. The solution must support advanced security, centralized monitoring, cellular network flexibility, real-time alerts, and integration with SirsiDynix Symphony.

Must be an authorized reseller of the manufacturer if not the manufacturer of the hotspot devices
Must possess the ability to directly interface with the manufacturer for registry of all subscriptions and support plans
Must maintain experienced staff authorized to perform pre-sales consultation services
Must provide a dedicated account manager for training, reporting, deployment, and policy configurations
Must provide technical support for library patrons
Must maintain a physical business address within Broward County for at least one year preceding the bid posting date to qualify for local preference
Must have a current Broward County Local Business Tax Receipt if maintaining a business address within Broward County
Must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
Must register with and use the E-Verify system for all newly hired employees
Must provide insurance coverage as specified in the Minimum Insurance Requirements Form

$150,000 – $500,000

The initial contract period is for one year from the date of award, with the option for two additional one-year renewal terms.

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A government authority in Florida is seeking a vendor to provide mobile hotspot devices, data subscription services, and a remote management platform to replace an aging fleet used by its libraries division. The solution must enable county staff to manage, secure, monitor, and service devices efficiently in response to patron demand.

The required platform should include firewall capabilities with advanced threat detection, malware and intrusion detection, protection against SIM jacking, and customizable web filtering compliant with the Children's Internet Protection Act. The service must support 4G LTE or better, unlimited data usage without time restrictions, switching between major cellular networks, device suspension and reactivation, centralized device monitoring, and real-time alerts to the county.

The solution must also be capable of integrating with the library's SirsiDynix Symphony integrated library system through a Web Services API. All questions must be submitted no later than October 7, 2026.

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