Alachua County, Florida - Annual Telephone Cabling-Network Cabling - ITB 27-101-PM (2026)
Alachua County Board of County CommissionersCounty · FL- Due
- Jul 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Precious Merriweather
- (352) 337-6269
The 30-second brief
Alachua County is seeking bids for annual telephone cabling and network cabling services for county-owned or leased buildings under ITB 27-101-PM. The scope of work encompasses labor, materials, supplies, and equipment for installing Cat 6 wiring, fiber optic cabling, backbone cabling, telecommunications outlets, and related infrastructure following TIA/ANSI and county ITS standards. The contract term is from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with options to renew for two additional 1-year periods. The submission deadline is July 22, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST, with questions due by July 12, 2026. Bidders must adhere to a 15% SBE participation goal and local preference guidelines.
Standard Hourly Rate, Emergency Call-Out Hourly Rate, Drop Rate < 100 ft, Drop Rate < 200 ft, Drop Rate < 330 ft, Notification Required Prior to Commencement of Job, Materials - % of Markup from vendor cost
Price, qualifications, compliance with specifications and SBE participation goals
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Summary
Alachua County is seeking bids for annual telephone cabling and network cabling services for county-owned or leased buildings under ITB 27-101-PM. The scope of work encompasses labor, materials, supplies, and equipment for installing Cat 6 wiring, fiber optic cabling, backbone cabling, telecommunications outlets, and related infrastructure following TIA/ANSI and county ITS standards.
The contract term is from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with options to renew for two additional 1-year periods. The submission deadline is July 22, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST, with questions due by July 12, 2026. Bidders must adhere to a 15% SBE participation goal and local preference guidelines.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Qualifications
- Compliance with specifications and SBE participation goals
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Standard Hourly Rate
- Emergency Call-Out Hourly Rate
- Drop Rate < 100 ft
- Drop Rate < 200 ft
- Drop Rate < 330 ft
- Notification Required Prior to Commencement of Job
- Materials - % of Markup from vendor cost
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Small Business Enterprise Program Certificate
- Taxpayer Identification Form
- SBE Certificate
- Proposed Subcontractors
REQUIRED STAFFING
Standard Hourly Rate, Emergency Call-Out Hourly Rate
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/alachuacounty
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Gainesville, FL
- Reported agency
- Alachua County
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/alachuacounty. For questions, contact Precious Merriweather.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Alachua County Board of County Commissioners in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Precious Merriweather at (352) 337-6269. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Standard Hourly Rate, Emergency Call-Out Hourly Rate. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standard Hourly Rate, Emergency Call-Out Hourly Rate, Drop Rate < 100 ft, Drop Rate < 200 ft, Drop Rate < 330 ft, Notification Required Prior to Commencement of Job, Materials - % of Markup from vendor cost. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, qualifications, compliance with specifications and SBE participation goals" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alachua County Board of County Commissioners regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Small Business Enterprise Program Certificate, Taxpayer Identification Form, SBE Certificate, Proposed Subcontractors. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gainesville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.