RFSQ_AppendicesA_K_RequiredForms(July2022).docx

This document contains required appendices and forms for a Request for Specific Qualifications (RFSQ) issued by the County of Los Angeles, Internal Services Department, for the installation and operation of community broadband networks to deliver residential services. The RFSQ seeks qualified companies to enter into Master Agreements with the County to provide broadband network infrastructure and services for targeted regions and households throughout Los Angeles County. Services encompass the complete lifecycle of broadband deployment, including network architecture and design, equipment procurement, installation planning, implementation, infrastructure testing, residential connections, ongoing network operations and monitoring, and end-user customer support. The document provides required forms and appendices that prospective bidders must complete and submit as part of their qualification submissions. Specific response deadlines, site visit requirements, bidder conference details, and contract award timelines are established within the overall RFSQ framework to facilitate the competitive selection process.

The appendices and forms document establishes the administrative and submission requirements for qualified vendors responding to the broadband network opportunity. This RFSQ is designed to expedite efforts to increase broadband access throughout Los Angeles County and improve economic and educational opportunities for County residents through competitive solicitation and work order awards for demonstration neighborhood projects. Bidders must comply with all specified forms, certifications, and documentation requirements outlined in the appendices to be considered for Master Agreement awards, which will allow the County to efficiently deploy broadband infrastructure across multiple phases and regions based on demonstrated qualifications and capabilities.