Empire State Development Real Fiber Property Valuation Services for ConnectALL RFQ 2026
NY-State-Empire State DevelopmentState · Albany, NY- Due
- Jun 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Shanah Jack
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Empire State Development seeks qualifications from firms to provide market-value appraisals and valuation services for fiber assets throughout New York State, including the Excelsior Broadband Network. Appraisals cover asset types such as existing fiber within third-party conduits, newly installed fiber, co-location spaces, and native fiber, considering factors like age, quality, capacity, location, 13 regeneration facilities, manholes, and connection lengths. The resulting pre-qualified list will remain in effect for 3 years. The submission deadline is June 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, with questions due by May 29, 2026. Submissions require technical and administrative components including conflict of interest attestations, state finance law forms, and vendor responsibility questionnaires.
Firm Experience and Qualifications (50 Points), Project Plan / Approach (20 Points), Estimated Cost of Services (20 Points), Quantitative Factor (10 Points)
SUMMARY
Empire State Development seeks qualifications from firms to provide market-value appraisals and valuation services for fiber assets throughout New York State, including the Excelsior Broadband Network.
Appraisals cover asset types such as existing fiber within third-party conduits, newly installed fiber, co-location spaces, and native fiber, considering factors like age, quality, capacity, location, 13 regeneration facilities, manholes, and connection lengths. The resulting pre-qualified list will remain in effect for 3 years. The submission deadline is June 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, with questions due by May 29, 2026. Submissions require technical and administrative components including conflict of interest attestations, state finance law forms, and vendor responsibility questionnaires.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Conflict-of-Interest Attestation, State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k forms, Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire, Iran Divestment Act certification, Executive Order 16 certification, Executive Order 177 certification, Compliance with State Finance Law Section 139-m form (Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Policy Attestation), Non-Discrimination and Contractor & Supplier Diversity Requirements (Forms OCSD-1, OCSD-2, OCSD-4), Encouraging the Use of NYS Businesses in Contract Performance Form, Certification under State Tax Law Section 5-a (Form ST-220-CA or Affidavit), W-9 Form
- Submit to
- https://www.dropbox.com/request/nmfak4ttsv39vzj7p34p
- Scope location
- New York, NY
- Reported agency
- Empire State Development
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from NY-State-Empire State Development?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.dropbox.com/request/nmfak4ttsv39vzj7p34p. For questions, contact Shanah Jack.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including NY-State-Empire State Development in NY, 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 RFQ 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 Shanah Jack. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Firm Experience and Qualifications (50 Points), Project Plan / Approach (20 Points), Estimated Cost of Services (20 Points), Quantitative Factor (10 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from NY-State-Empire State Development?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Conflict-of-Interest Attestation, State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k forms, Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire, Iran Divestment Act certification, Executive Order 16 certification, Executive. Review the full document from NY-State-Empire State Development for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New York, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.