Bug Tussel Seeks $40 Million Broadband Match

Bug Tussel requested $40 million from Oconto County to match a BEAD grant and expand broadband service to underserved locations. County officials were evaluating the company’s financial condition and future funding options before making a decision.

Document date · October 15, 2026

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Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract amount

$40 million requested county match

Contract type

UTILITIES

Renewal

Funding request remains under review; no approval, agreement term, or extension option was stated.

Document type

Agenda

Source document

Oconto County Agenda 2026-10-15

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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this contract, answered from the record.

Who was awarded the utilities contract by Oconto County?

Bug Tussel was awarded this utilities contract by Oconto County, as recorded on October 15, 2026. The contract value is $40 million requested county match.

How much is the Bug Tussel contract with Oconto County worth?

The Bug Tussel contract with Oconto County is valued at $40 million requested county match, covering utilities work.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Utilities contract, documented as a agenda record.

Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in Oconto County Agenda 2026-10-15 (Agenda), dated October 15, 2026 from Oconto County. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

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