Franklin County Equipment Shelter and POP Installation Bid 26-0921-1 - 2026
Franklin CountyCounty · Malone, NY- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
- Duration
- 9 months
- Primary contact
- Donna Kissane
- (518) 481-1500
The 30-second brief
Franklin County is issuing a Request for Bid (RFB) #26-0921-1 for a fixed-price contract to install telecommunications equipment shelters, racks, and generators as part of the NYS ConnectALL Municipal Infrastructure Program (MIP3). The project involves two sites: the DSS Building in Malone (outdoor shelter installation) and the Westville Fire Department in Constable (indoor rack installation). The County will furnish major items like shelters, generators, and HVAC units, while the contractor is responsible for all civil work, installation, electrical connections, and grounding. Requirements include a minimum of 3 comparable projects in the past 5 years, NYS prevailing wage compliance (PRC# 202611916), and specific insurance coverages. Bids are due September 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM, following an extension issued in Addendum No. 1.
Price Form, Bid Form BF-1 through BF-5, Statement of Qualifications, Proposed project schedule, List of subcontractors, Certificates of Insurance, NDAA Section 889 Certification, NYS Small Business Certification Form, EEO Staffing Plan, W-9, Bidder’s Checklist
Lowest total bid price, Relevant experience, Financial capacity, Licensing, Compliance history, Subcontractor qualification
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Summary
Franklin County is issuing a Request for Bid (RFB) #26-0921-1 for a fixed-price contract to install telecommunications equipment shelters, racks, and generators as part of the NYS ConnectALL Municipal Infrastructure Program (MIP3).
The project involves two sites: the DSS Building in Malone (outdoor shelter installation) and the Westville Fire Department in Constable (indoor rack installation). The County will furnish major items like shelters, generators, and HVAC units, while the contractor is responsible for all civil work, installation, electrical connections, and grounding. Requirements include a minimum of 3 comparable projects in the past 5 years, NYS prevailing wage compliance (PRC# 202611916), and specific insurance coverages. Bids are due September 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM, following an extension issued in Addendum No. 1.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Lowest total bid price
- Relevant experience
- Financial capacity
- Licensing
- Compliance history
- Subcontractor qualification
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Price Form
- Bid Form BF-1 through BF-5
- Statement of Qualifications
- Proposed project schedule
- List of subcontractors
- Certificates of Insurance
- NDAA Section 889 Certification
- NYS Small Business Certification Form
- EEO Staffing Plan
- W-9
- Bidder’s Checklist
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Exhibit 1: Owner-Furnished Materials Schedule
- Exhibit 2: Construction Drawings
- Exhibit 3: Shelter Drawing Set
- Exhibit 4: Prevailing Wage Schedule
- Exhibit 5: Bid Forms
- Exhibit 6: Bidder’s Submission Checklist
- Exhibit 7: QA/QC Field Checklist
- Exhibit 8: General Conditions
- Exhibit 9: Generator Specification Sheet
- Exhibit 10: Rack Layouts
- Submit to
- Franklin County Purchasing Dept., 355 West Main St., Suite 456, Malone, NY 12953
- Scope location
- Malone, NY; Constable, NY
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Franklin County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 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: Franklin County Purchasing Dept., 355 West Main St., Suite 456, Malone, NY 12953. For questions, contact Donna Kissane.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Franklin County 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 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 Donna Kissane at (518) 481-1500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Price Form, Bid Form BF-1 through BF-5, Statement of Qualifications, Proposed project schedule, List of subcontractors, Certificates of Insurance, NDAA Section 889 Certification, NYS Small Business Certification Form, EEO Staffing Plan, W-9, Bidder’s Checklist. 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: "Lowest total bid price, Relevant experience, Financial capacity, Licensing, Compliance history, Subcontractor qualification" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Franklin County?
All active and historical solicitations from Franklin County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Franklin County 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 9 months. 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: Exhibit 1: Owner-Furnished Materials Schedule, Exhibit 2: Construction Drawings, Exhibit 3: Shelter Drawing Set, Exhibit 4: Prevailing Wage Schedule, Exhibit 5: Bid Forms, Exhibit 6: Bidder’s Submissi. Review the full document from Franklin County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Malone, NY; Constable, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.