Broadband Communication Installation Services

Shrewsbury Electric Light and Cable Operations (SELCO) is seeking broadband communication installation services for Worcester County, Massachusetts, with a comprehensive Request for Proposals (RFP) covering installations for single-family homes, multi-dwelling units (MDUs), municipal, and commercial properties. The procurement involves digital and IP cable television, high-speed data, telephone installations, WiFi router setup, and related telecommunication work, specifically focusing on exterior drops, interior cable placement, and associated labor. Contractors must provide at least one technician on-site for 40 hours per week and maintain current OSHA safety certifications. Sealed bids are due by 10:00 A.M. EST on February 24, 2025, at the Shrewsbury Town Hall, with bid packages available starting February 7, 2025, through Commbuys or email request. Bidders must be qualified under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30 Section 39M and submit a 5% bid bond with their proposal. The contract term is three years, and contractors will be evaluated based on their technical capabilities, compliance with prevailing wage rates, and ability to meet comprehensive installation requirements.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 50% of the bid amount and perform background checks on all employees at their own expense. Pricing will be structured as an hourly rate with additional compensation for overtime work beyond 40 hours. SELCO will supply materials, while contractors are responsible for providing all necessary tools, vehicles, equipment, test equipment, and safety equipment. The project will require strict adherence to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149 and Chapter 164, with prevailing wage rates determined by the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the installation services and the three-year contract term suggest a significant potential contract value. Contractors will be expected to integrate with existing municipal and commercial telecommunications infrastructure, demonstrating technical proficiency in fiber optic and broadband installation techniques.