Public Safety Training Center Fiber Run

Hamilton County's Information Systems Services Department is seeking qualified developers to submit proposals and statements of qualifications for a public-private partnership to design, build, develop, operate, and transfer a physical fiber run to the Hamilton County Public Safety Training Center in accordance with Indiana Code Section 5-23-5. The primary objective is to establish a resilient, standards-compliant physical fiber infrastructure that will fulfill essential utility needs for the County's new Public Safety Training Center. Prospective developers must demonstrate experience with similar projects, proven ability and capacity to perform the work supported by references and reputation, a comprehensive proposed approach to project development, a clear plan detailing self-performance and subcontracting strategies, and proposed fees for the scoping period. The County will evaluate submissions based on these qualifications and factors it deems appropriate, with the right to modify, cancel, or reject any or all submissions at its sole discretion and to engage in discussions with individual developers for clarification. Proposals and statements of qualifications must be submitted through Hamilton County's eProcurement portal by 1:15 PM Eastern time on June 8, 2026. Detailed proposal packets are available by contacting Chris Mertens at Chris.Mertens@hamiltoncounty.in.gov, and the solicitation was advertised on May 11, 2026, May 13, 2026, May 18, 2026, and May 20, 2026.

The solicitation document does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to particular categories of organizations, nor does it identify any disadvantaged enterprise requirements or incumbent vendors currently serving in this capacity. No information regarding existing infrastructure or technology requiring integration with the new fiber run is detailed in the available advertisement. Similarly, specific contract award values, budget ranges, pricing terms, renewal options, or funding sources are not disclosed in the summary materials; prospective bidders must obtain the complete Request for Proposals/Qualifications packet directly from the County to access comprehensive project requirements and financial details necessary for preparing competitive responses.