FTTH Storm Maintenace

Escambia River Electric Cooperative is requesting proposals for fiber-to-the-home storm damage restoration and repair services under RFP FTTH_Construction_Storm_Maintenance_RFP_EREC_2026, with a non-binding letter of intent due May 20, 2026 and final proposals due May 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM Central Time. Contractor selection is anticipated by June 1, 2026.

The scope encompasses repair and restoration of aerial and underground outside plant infrastructure damaged by storms, including FTTH network components. Bidders must demonstrate at least three completed FTTH construction projects. Proposals must be submitted on a per-unit labor basis using unit identifiers and project maps provided by the cooperative upon receipt of the letter of intent; the cooperative will supply all materials directly. Pricing must include all labor costs, fees, overheads, profits, and applicable taxes. The cooperative prefers that winning bidders utilize at least 50% in-house employees; any subcontracting requires prior written approval and documentation of subcontractor qualifications.

Bidders must hold current Commercial General Liability and Workers' Compensation certificates and comply with NESC, OSHA, and EPA safety standards, including appropriate PPE and fall protection protocols. Evaluation criteria include overall proposal suitability, organizational experience, previous work quality, cost value, technical expertise, safety records, and the bidder's plan to meet specified safety requirements. Final proposals will trigger contract negotiations with the selected contractor.

Interested parties submit a non-binding letter of intent by May 20 to receive labor units, construction specifications, project maps, total fiber miles, and detailed technical requirements.