4102_May_19_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the City of New Britain, Connecticut, for a City Wide Fiber Project (Solicitation Number 4102). The procurement seeks a vendor to design and implement a comprehensive fiber optic broadband infrastructure that will serve city assets, residents, and businesses. The solicitation was released on April 6, 2022, with a proposal submission deadline of April 29, 2022, at 11:00 AM EDT. A vendor Q&A period was available from April 6, 2022, at 4:30 PM EDT until April 29, 2022, at 10:45 AM EDT, allowing potential bidders to submit clarifying questions to the designated contact, Jack Pieper.

The RFP does not specify an estimated total contract value, line-item pricing requirements, or specific set-aside designations. The delivery terms are Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be specified by the vendor. The solicitation is open to all vendors and does not indicate any restrictions on vendor participation or requirements for disadvantaged enterprise involvement. The project's primary objective is to create an affordable and expansive fiber network that can support municipal operations and provide high-speed internet access to the community. The point of contact for the solicitation is Jack Pieper, located at the City of New Britain, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051.