122-2707 Wiring & Fiber Placement Services

The State of North Dakota, acting through its Information Technology Department and Office of Management and Budget, is soliciting proposals for statewide voice and data wiring and fiber placement services under Contract 122-2707, with proposals due November 20, 2026. The resulting contract is an optional cooperative purchasing agreement available to state entities, institutions under the State Board of Higher Education, counties, cities, townships, public schools, governmental boards and commissions, nonprofit entities established on behalf of public entities, tribal agencies, and transportation providers.

Scope covers design, installation, testing, and maintenance of voice and data cabling across state facilities, including copper and fiber cabling systems, termination and patching, cable management, and ongoing support. Work must meet TIA/EIA standards. The contractor must supply qualified technicians, materials, and equipment, maintain comprehensive documentation, perform quality assurance testing, and coordinate with state IT personnel throughout implementation. Deliverables include a project kickoff meeting, project plan, post-implementation report, project closeout meeting, and final acceptance.

The contract term runs March 1, 2027 through February 28, 2029, with no automatic renewal. The state may exercise up to four 12-month renewal options, with pricing increases not to exceed 5% per renewal, and may extend the contract for an additional 12 months beyond termination. Compensation is fixed, with 10% retainage on deliverable payments released upon final acceptance. Payment is due within 45 calendar days of an approved invoice. Offerors must itemize transportation, lodging, and per diem separately and list any prompt payment discount terms. Travel reimbursement follows published GSA rates, with air travel limited to coach class and requiring at least 14 days' advance notice.

Required insurance includes commercial general liability of $2 million per occurrence, automobile liability of $500,000 per person and $2 million per occurrence, workers' compensation, employer's liability of $2 million, and professional errors and omissions of $1 million per claim and in the aggregate. All work is work for hire, with intellectual property rights assigned to the State.