City of Meriden Fiber Optic Cable Installation RFP026-36 - 142 to 175 East Main Street
Meriden School DistrictSchool · Meriden, CT- Due
- Mar 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Susan Martel
- (203) 630-4118
The 30-second brief
The City of Meriden is soliciting proposals for the installation of four 4-inch underground conduits and 24 pairs of single-mode dark fiber between 142 and 175 East Main Street. Scope includes excavation, splicing, and testing.
24 pairs of dark fiber terminations, Splicing services, Testing, Excavation and restoration
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Summary
The City of Meriden is soliciting proposals for the installation of four 4-inch underground conduits and 24 pairs of single-mode dark fiber between 142 and 175 East Main Street. Scope includes excavation, splicing, and testing.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 24 pairs of dark fiber terminations
- Splicing services
- Testing
- Excavation and restoration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
proposal, testing results
- Submit to
- 142, East main Street Room 210, Meriden, CT, 06540
- Scope location
- Meriden, CT
- Reported agency
- City of Meriden
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Meriden School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 4, 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: 142, East main Street Room 210, Meriden, CT, 06540. For questions, contact Susan Martel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Meriden School District in CT, 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.
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 Susan Martel at (203) 630-4118. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 24 pairs of dark fiber terminations, Splicing services, Testing, Excavation and restoration. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Meriden School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Meriden School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Meriden School District 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: proposal, testing results. Review the full document from Meriden School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Meriden, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.