Leased Fiber Lines

The state and local contracting opportunity posted by the state of Michigan is for leased fiber line services in Tuscola County and Capac Village. Caro Community Schools is seeking bids for 10Gbps lit fiber line service, dark fiber line service, and third-party transport service to connect Caro High School to McComb Elementary School and the Sports Complex. The services are for the period from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 and must qualify for E-rate universal service discounts. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on February 15, 2024, and the district reserves the right to perform a cost analysis and select the most cost-effective service type. The RFP outlines pricing and service requirements, including that all bids must meet the 10Gbps connection speed. Service providers can submit alternate bids such as self-provisioned fiber, but the district will evaluate and select the most cost-effective option. The RFP also includes standard contracting terms and conditions, as well as requirements for bidder qualifications, familial disclosures, and Iran linked business affidavits.

The RFP does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The RFP also does not provide any information on possible award values or budget ranges. Additionally, the RFP does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.