City of Kelowna Dark Fibre Expansion RFP 2025 - 12492 DeHart-Lakeshore
City of KelownaCity · Kelowna, BC- Due
- Jan 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 2, 2025
The 30-second brief
The City of Kelowna is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the DeHart-Lakeshore Dark Fibre Expansion project, identified as solicitation 12492. The deliverables include the supply, installation, and testing of approximately 7.5km of 144 strand single-mode fibre optic cable. The installation will occur within existing conduit and includes regular splice points for traffic controllers and future connections. Additionally, the scope requires the removal of approximately 4km of existing fibre. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of January 13, 2026. The project is managed through the City's Bonfire procurement portal under opportunity 95447.
Supply, Install, And testing of 7.5km of 144 strand single-mode fibre optic cable, Removal of 4km of existing fibre
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Summary
The City of Kelowna is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the DeHart-Lakeshore Dark Fibre Expansion project, identified as solicitation 12492.
The deliverables include the supply, installation, and testing of approximately 7.5km of 144 strand single-mode fibre optic cable. The installation will occur within existing conduit and includes regular splice points for traffic controllers and future connections. Additionally, the scope requires the removal of approximately 4km of existing fibre. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of January 13, 2026. The project is managed through the City's Bonfire procurement portal under opportunity 95447.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Supply, Install, And testing of 7.5km of 144 strand single-mode fibre optic cable, Removal of 4km of existing fibre
- Scope location
- 12492
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Kelowna?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Kelowna in BC, 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 RFP 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Supply, Install, And testing of 7.5km of 144 strand single-mode fibre optic cable, Removal of 4km of existing fibre. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kelowna?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kelowna are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kelowna regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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. Review the full document from City of Kelowna for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: 12492. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.