Finney County Fiber Optic Network Construction RFP 2020
- Primary contact
- Doug Peters
The 30-second brief
Finney County is seeking proposals from qualified respondents to construct a fiber optic network in the community of Garden City. The project involves building the first phase of a complete fiber loop, including underground conduit installation, fiber optic cable, and connection points.
Construction plan, Traffic management plan, Quality control reports, OTDR testing, As-built drawings, Close out documents.
Project Understanding and Approach, Respondent's Experience Building Similar Networks, Respondent's Timeline to Completion, Warranties, Documentation, and Demonstrated Financial Wherewithal, Bid Price.
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Summary
Finney County is seeking proposals from qualified respondents to construct a fiber optic network in the community of Garden City. The project involves building the first phase of a complete fiber loop, including underground conduit installation, fiber optic cable, and connection points.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Project Understanding and Approach
- Respondent's Experience Building Similar Networks
- Respondent's Timeline to Completion
- Warranties
- Documentation
- Demonstrated Financial Wherewithal
- Bid Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Construction plan
- Traffic management plan
- Quality control reports
- OTDR testing
- As-built drawings
- Close out documents
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Exhibit A - Fiber Route Overview
- Exhibit B - Finney County Fair Grounds Overview
- Capital Cost Proposal spreadsheet
- Notice of interest
- Aug 19, 2020
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Finney County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Doug Peters.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Finney County in KS, 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 Doug Peters. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Construction plan, Traffic management plan, Quality control reports, OTDR testing, As-built drawings, Close out documents.. 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: "Project Understanding and Approach, Respondent's Experience Building Similar Networks, Respondent's Timeline to Completion, Warranties, Documentation, and Demonstrated Financial Wherewithal, Bid Price..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Finney County?
All active and historical solicitations from Finney County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Finney County 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: Exhibit A - Fiber Route Overview, Exhibit B - Finney County Fair Grounds Overview, Capital Cost Proposal spreadsheet.. Review the full document from Finney County for the complete list.