Communications Cabling Systems

The Arizona Department of Administration's Master Agreement CTR062460 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on comprehensive communications cabling infrastructure services. The contract enables procurement of data, voice, video, and Internet of Things (IoT) cabling solutions, covering horizontal and vertical cabling, outside plant infrastructure, wiring closet infrastructure, site surveys, design services, and network configuration support. Participating entities include state agencies, cities, counties, school districts, institutions of higher education, and non-profit organizations, with the vehicle designed to provide flexible and standardized communication technology infrastructure procurement.

The master agreement is awarded to LEVEL 7 TECHNOLOGIES LLC (DBA ASPEN TECHNOLOGIES), with a performance period from October 6, 2022, to October 1, 2027. The contract is a statewide master agreement for Arizona, offering an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) structure with comprehensive pricing mechanisms. Contractors provide pricing with standard discounts, typically 15-18% off list prices for materials from manufacturers like Belden, CommScope, Corning, and Panduit, and established labor rates ranging from $41.10 to $64.25 per hour for various technical roles. The contract includes provisions for detailed task order quotes, site surveys, installation plans, manufacturer certifications, and a 25-year warranty on installed cabling solutions.