The Project consists of Equipment, Services and Basic Maintenance of Broadband Internal Connections as included in the FCC list of eligible services for Category 2 E-Rate funding for the year 2022. Further information regarding the program can be found at the Universal Service Fund Administrative Company (USAC) portal. All bidders are encouraged to register to be assured of receiving notifications as well as to receive all addenda(s) and updates that are generated for this Project, you may also request a copy of the RFP if you are unable to download from the USAC portal. Bids shall be submitted on forms provided in the Project Manual and include a fully executed Indiana State Board of Accounts Form 96 (Revised 2013 - State Form 52414) - "Contractor's Bid for Public Works", with a financial statement complying with Section III of Form 96, and a satisfactory Bid Bond or certified check pursuant to I.C. 36-1-9-36, payable to Hanover Community School Corporation. Bid Security shall be in the amount of not less than 5% of the total bid price. Should a successful Bidder withdraw their Bid or otherwise fail to execute a satisfactory Contract the Owner may then declare the Bid security forfeited as liquidated damages. The Contractor receiving the award may be required to furnish an approved Performance and Payment Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract amount, which shall cover the faithful performance of the Contract and the payment of all obligations arising thereunder. Performance and Payment Bonds shall remain in full force and effect for twelve months from the date of acceptance of the Work. Questions pertaining to this Project shall be directed in writing to: John Flanagin Director of Technology erate@hanover.k12.in.us
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