RFP for: MUNICIPAL BROADBAND MARKET ANALYSIS AND FEASIBILITY STUDY

This state and local contracting opportunity is for a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the City of Brockton Department of Planning & Economic Development for a Municipal Broadband Market Analysis and Feasibility Study. The project aims to analyze the current broadband landscape in the City of Brockton, Massachusetts, which is located within Plymouth County, and determine the feasibility of the City establishing its own municipal broadband network. The selected consultant will be required to conduct a comprehensive market analysis and feasibility study, with key deliverables including an assessment of the current broadband availability and utilization, identification of unserved or underserved areas, an analysis of potential service models and technologies, and recommendations on the viability and implementation of a municipal broadband network. Proposals are due by July 12, 2021 at 4:30 PM ESDT through the Vendor Registry Portal, and a pre-bid conference will be held on June 28, 2021.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP does not disclose any award values or budget ranges, but interested vendors are encouraged to submit proposals through the Vendor Registry Portal by the specified due date.