City of Ashland RFP for providing DOCSIS 3. 1 equipment and installation services

The City of Ashland, located in Jackson County, Oregon, is seeking proposals for a comprehensive DOCSIS 3.1 network upgrade project through a Request for Proposals (RFP) released on October 15, 2025. The procurement focuses on acquiring and installing advanced telecommunications infrastructure, specifically targeting the upgrade of legacy DOCSIS 3.0 nodes to DOCSIS 3.1 technology. The project requires procuring 20 DOCSIS 3.1 high-split Remote PHY Devices (RPD), 140 high-split mini-bridgers, and 150 high-split line extenders. Proposing companies must demonstrate extensive knowledge of DOCSIS technologies, including expertise in upgrading network plants, implementing Remote Phy configurations, and conducting node sweeping and balancing. The project involves comprehensive tasks such as reviewing node maps, verifying node design, installing new equipment, configuring RPDs, and performing comprehensive node upgrades from a sub-split frequency of 5-42 MHz to a 204 MHz high-split configuration. Proposals are due by 2:00:00 PM PST on November 14, 2025, with an evaluation period scheduled from November 14-28, 2025, and a final contract recommendation to be presented to the City Council on December 15, 2025.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The living wage for the project is established at $19.44 per hour as of June 30, 2025, with annual Consumer Price Index adjustments anticipated. While the specific budget range is not detailed in the provided documentation, the scope of the project suggests a significant investment in network infrastructure modernization. The upgrade will potentially require reconfiguration of amplifier spacing and line equalizers, indicating a complex technological transformation. The successful proposer will need to seamlessly integrate new DOCSIS 3.1 equipment with existing network infrastructure, demonstrating technical compatibility and minimal service disruption. The project represents a strategic investment in telecommunications technology, aimed at enhancing network performance and capacity through targeted infrastructure upgrades. Interested vendors should carefully review the complete RFP documentation to understand the full technical requirements and submission guidelines.