OSP Construction Services

The Northern Wasco County People's Utility District (NWCPUD) is seeking qualified contractors to provide Fiber Optic Construction Services for Quality Life Networks (QLife) in Wasco County, Oregon. The Request for Proposal (RFP) issued on October 9, 2025, solicits comprehensive fiber optic infrastructure construction, maintenance, and emergency restoration services, with proposals due by November 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM PST. The project encompasses Fiber to the Premises (FTTP) broadband services, requiring contractors to provide labor, equipment, materials, and personnel for network build and repair tasks across both aerial and underground fiber optic installations. Contractors must submit detailed proposals using the provided Exhibit C Work Order Bid Sheet, which includes unit pricing for various network construction and maintenance activities. The evaluation criteria will focus on contractors' experience, qualifications, resource availability, technical capabilities, past performance, and cost competitiveness. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with an anticipated contract execution date of December 12, 2025. Bidders must be active and in good standing with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB).

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors will be reimbursed for materials not provided by the owner at cost plus 15%, with the district reserving the right to reject any or all submissions in the public's interest. While no incumbent vendors are directly mentioned, the project builds upon existing QLife fiber network infrastructure in Northern Wasco County, requiring careful integration with current systems as detailed in the comprehensive Fiber Optic Construction Standards document. The project involves extensive network infrastructure across urban and rural territories, including The Dalles and surrounding areas, with a focus on precise technical execution and comprehensive project coverage. Though specific award values are not explicitly stated, the detailed bid sheet and extensive technical requirements suggest a significant telecommunications infrastructure investment. Contractors must adhere to strict technical specifications outlined in exhibits including work order definitions, construction standards, and purchase order terms and conditions.