1. Broadband Hotspot Devices: ○ Quantity: Approximately 3,000 hotspot devices. ○ Device Specifications: ■ Capable of supporting multi-carrier, high-speed 4G LTE and/or 5G Hotspot Lending Program Attachment B-4 Scope of Work networks. ■ Minimum download speed of 25 Mbps and upload speed of 3 Mbps. ■ Wi-Fi support for connecting multiple devices (at least 3 devices per hotspot). ■ Long battery life (minimum 10 hours of continuous usage). ■ Portable and lightweight for easy transport by students. ■ USB-C or Micro-USB charging capabilities. ■ eSIM and/or SIM card support for cellular connectivity. ■ The ability to manage data usage and monitor bandwidth consumption. 2. Network Connectivity and Signal Strength: ○ Reliable Connectivity: Devices must operate on networks with strong signal coverage across the entire Stockton Unified School District’s geographical region (see attached map). ○ Signal Strength Requirement: Minimum of "good" and "reliable" signal strength, measured at or above -80 dBm (decibels relative to a milliwatt). ○ Service Providers: Must be compatible with major U.S. carriers (e.g., AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile) or provide a multi-carrier solution to ensure flexibility and maximum coverage. ○ Service Requirements: ■ Unlimited data or high data caps suitable for educational use (minimum 500 GB per month). ■ No throttling or reduction in speeds during peak hours. ■ Capable of providing service in both urban and rural areas of the district. ■ Service level agreement (SLA) must guarantee 99% uptime and minimal downtime for maintenance. ■ Support Mobile Private Network (MPN) configuration 3. Management and Support: ○ Device Management System: A cloud-based platform to monitor and manage all hotspot devices in real-time. This system should allow the district to: ■ Track usage. ■ Provide the ability to the district to check in and check out devices. ■ Lock and disable devices remotely if lost or stolen. ■ Push updates to the devices. ■ Monitor connectivity performance. ○ Customer Support: 24/7 technical support for troubleshooting device and connectivity issues. ○ Warranty: Minimum of one-year warranty on all devices for repair or replacement.
