Leased Fiber Transport - NWRESD & Pittock

The Tigard-Tualatin School District No. 23J is conducting a Request for Proposals (RFP) for leased dark fiber or high-capacity Metro Ethernet transport services connecting two specific locations: the Hibbard Administration Building in Tigard, Oregon and the Northwest Regional Education Service District (NWRESD) in Hillsboro, Oregon. The procurement seeks competitive proposals from qualified telecommunications firms to provide fiber connectivity with specific technical requirements, including minimum service capacities, service level agreements, and recovery time objectives. Proposers must submit detailed pricing for both non-recurring installation costs and monthly recurring charges, including maintenance and support fees. The RFP requires proposers to have a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) and be recognized as a telecommunications common carrier by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC). Proposals are due by 2:00 PM PST on December 13, 2021, with the School Board expected to award the contract on January 24, 2022, and project implementation scheduled for February 1, 2022. The contract will be evaluated based on factors including prior experience, financial resources, technical capabilities, and pricing, with options for 5-year and 10-year contract terms featuring potential one-year extensions.

The RFP does not indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Proposers are required to indicate if they are a resident bidder as defined by Oregon statutes and confirm that all contractors and subcontractors are properly licensed. The district has not disclosed any incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure details that would require integration. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement suggests the project will be funded from the district's existing budget. The district reserves the right to reject non-compliant proposals and to award the contract in whole or in part, providing flexibility in selecting the most appropriate solution. Proposers will need to demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities, financial stability, and competitive pricing to be considered for the fiber transport contract. The evaluation will focus on determining the best overall configuration and pricing for the required fiber connections between the two specified locations.