Orleans County Wireless Broadband Service Implementation RFP 2024 - ConnectALL MIP
Orleans County, Orleans, NY·County
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- Contract Term
- 10 years
- Scope Location
- Orleans County, NY
SUMMARY
Orleans County is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) to obtain submissions for the implementation of an Empire State Development (ESD) grant under the ConnectALL Municipal Infrastructure Program (MIP). The project involves the construction of a wireless broadband service targeting 9,857 locations and is expected to yield 21 wireless hubs. The county seeks a cost-effective alternative to fiber networks to provide high-speed internet in rural areas with low population density. The infrastructure will be owned by Orleans County for at least ten years and will be open for lease to other ISPs on public safety communication towers. The project aims to enhance connectivity for residents, businesses, education, and agriculture while supporting digital equity and workforce development. Submissions are due by October 17, 2024.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Workforce development plan
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Orleans County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 17, 2024. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orleans County?
All active and historical solicitations from Orleans County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Orleans 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 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 Orleans County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Orleans 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 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 is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orleans County, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Workforce development plan. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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