Midland Public Schools External fiber replacement

The Midland Public School District in Midland County, Michigan is soliciting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for the replacement of the external fiber optic infrastructure at the Transitions Center. The project requires the successful contractor to provide all necessary materials and labor to complete the fiber optic replacement. Key dates for this procurement include a mandatory walk-through on December 12, 2023 (with a backup on December 14), a final date for inquiries on December 19, 2023, and bid submissions due by 4:00 PM EST on January 17, 2024. Bids will be opened the following day at 9:00 AM EST. The estimated project start date is April 1, 2024, with a required completion date of August 9, 2024, both dependent on E-rate funding timeline.

The RFP does not provide details on any set-aside designations, restrictions on types of organizations, incumbent vendors, or current contractors. Similarly, the RFP does not mention any specific budget or award value ranges. The project is expected to be funded through the E-rate program, a federal initiative that provides discounts on telecommunications and internet access services for eligible schools and libraries, but the RFP does not specify the funding amount or requirements.