Wireline Ethernet or Fixed Wireless Services

Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) 25-RFQ-030 seeking wireline Ethernet or fixed wireless services across multiple Washington state counties and municipalities. The procurement targets network connectivity services for state agencies including the Department of Social and Health Services, Department of Corrections, Employment Security Department, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Department of Ecology. Vendors must have both a Network Services Agreement (NSA) and applicable addenda on file to participate, with the RFQ covering 17 specific site locations requiring network connectivity with bandwidth needs ranging from 10M to 1000M (1G). The evaluation criteria include 150 points for timeline, 40 points for fiber local loop type, 20 points for wireless local loop type, and 10 points for copper local loop type. The solicitation was posted on April 9, 2025, with a due date of April 30, 2025, and requires comprehensive technical submissions detailing installation requirements, equipment specifications, and precise connectivity solutions for each designated site. Vendors must meet extensive technical requirements, including specific installation constraints, multi-port/multi-VLAN configurations, and adherence to site-specific technical specifications.

The RFQ does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears open to qualified telecommunications service providers capable of meeting the complex technical requirements across diverse state facilities. While specific budget ranges are not directly stated, the detailed cost model spreadsheet suggests significant infrastructure investment across multiple state agency locations. The solicitation requires vendors to provide flexible connectivity solutions, including extended handoff locations, precise equipment placement, and future upgrade capabilities. Some sites have additional mandatory requirements such as diverse path needs, vendor equipment labeling, and potential contractor background checks. The comprehensive nature of the RFQ indicates a substantial telecommunications infrastructure project with potential multi-year implementation and service delivery expectations. Interested vendors must thoroughly review the complete RFQ documentation available on WaTech's procurement announcements website, with special attention to the technical appendices and site-specific requirements.