Request for Proposals For WIFI Service for NEH EEZ
BEDC is requesting proposals from qualified firms to create a public and a private wireless (Wi-Fi) network within the North East Hamilton (NEH) Economic Empowerment Zone (EEZ).
The scope of services includes the following:
• System design
• Equipment and licensing provision
• Internet Service identification and/or provision
• Installation
• System monitoring, maintenance and upkeep
• Proposed plans to recover monthly costs of Internet service and
maintenance/technical support
As identified in the Coverage Area Map, the BEDC has identified a priority project area where the provision of Wi-Fi is the focus of this Request for Proposals. The system is expected to provide a strong signal to the outdoor areas of the entire coverage area.
Summary of Key Dates (amendments in bold)
| Request for Proposals Published | Thursday November 28th , 2019 |
| Deadline for Inquiries/Questions (amendment in bold) | Monday December 9th, 2019 5:00 pm (AST) Thursday December 12th, 2019 5:00 pm (AST) |
| Inquiries Answered (addition in bold) | Monday December 16th, 2019 (AST) |
| Submission Deadline (amendment in bold) | Friday December 20th, 2019 5:00 pm (AST) Friday January 3 rd, 2020 5:00 pm (AST) |
| Vendor Selection (this date subject to change and respondents will be notified accordingly) (amendment in bold) | Friday January 24th, 2020 5:00 pm (AST) Friday January 31st, 2020 5:00 pm (AST) |
Request for Proposals Published - Thursday November 28th , 2019