The World Bank’s requirement is for one unlimited use, 1:1 internet circuit of 100 Mbps. Optional prices for 120Mbps and 150 Mbps are also requested. The said circuit is to be installed in The World Bank’s Office (WBG) in Mali, Bamako. The Link Configuration shall be symmetric with the same download and upload bandwidth, for example 50 Mbps uplink and 50 Mbps downlink, on a fiber local loop, with a fiber backup on separate path, in a redundant configuration on the vendor’s CPE where auto failover is transparent to users.
Including least 8 contiguous static public IP addresses. The IP addresses should be from a /29 network. All PTT and ISP network equipment for the link will be leased from the contractor.
The link will be terminated on a Bank owned firewall or similar device at the Country Office. The link will be used to carry data traffic in IP format and the required interface is 100Mbps Ethernet. The round-trip delay of the provided link, between World Bank Mali, Bamako office and World Bank HQ in Washington, must not exceed 300 ms for a terrestrial link, in normal operations. Bidders will receive a Pass/Fail rating on the following pre-selection criteria: 1.Bidder shall have proven track record or business expertise in the area of Internet Link services for reputable multi-national companies in Mali, Bamako for not less than 3 years. 2. Bidder must attest that it has all the required licenses, permits and related paperwork to operate Internet Link services in accordance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations of the jurisdiction wherein it is providing the services. For bidders provides ISP link through local dealer/vendor, they should provide copy of the business license of the respective local dealer/vendor. 3.Bidder must accept the World Bank Group Terms and Conditions. 4.Bidders should be fully compliant to Statement of Work
The solicitation may be obtained by sending an email to the designated Category Manager, referencing the following information:
1. Solicitation Number
2. Company Name
3. Contact Person Name and Title
4. Address
5. Telephone Number
6. Fax Number
7. Contact's Email Address
A copy of the solicitation will be sent to organizations that have replied to and are eligible to receive this advertisement. All requests and questions regarding this solicitation shall be directed to the following designated Corporate Procurement Category Manager(s):
lstoyanova@worldbank.org, Lilyana Stoyanova