Town of Putney Copper Telecommunication Line Replacement/Cellular Migration RFP 2026
Town of PutneyCity · Putney, VT- Due
- Sep 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Karen Astley
- (802) 387-5862 ext 1
The 30-second brief
The Town of Putney seeks a qualified telecommunications contractor to disconnect legacy copper-based analog POTS lines providing telephone and internet service to three town facilities and migrate those services to a modern, dedicated cellular telecommunication network platform. Scope of work includes radio-frequency site surveys, hardware installation of commercial-grade UL-Listed cellular gateways, routers, backup power supplies, antennas, mounts, and cabling, signaling configuration, and compliance with NEC, NFPA 73, and Vermont State Fire and Building Codes. Affected facilities include Putney Pool at 21 School Forest Drive, Highway Department at 19 Town Garage Road, and Wastewater Treatment Plant at 23 Treatment Plant Road. Vendors must demonstrate a valid State of Vermont Master or Journeyman Electrician license, three years of corporate experience in POTS-to-cellular migrations, and active New England client references. Written questions are due by August 31, 2026, and bids are due by September 10, 2026, at noon.
Signal Strength Optimization & Site Survey, Hardware Installation, Signaling Configuration
Generally comparable systems accepted, lowest-priced proposal not guaranteed
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Summary
The Town of Putney seeks a qualified telecommunications contractor to disconnect legacy copper-based analog POTS lines providing telephone and internet service to three town facilities and migrate those services to a modern, dedicated cellular telecommunication network platform.
Scope of work includes radio-frequency site surveys, hardware installation of commercial-grade UL-Listed cellular gateways, routers, backup power supplies, antennas, mounts, and cabling, signaling configuration, and compliance with NEC, NFPA 73, and Vermont State Fire and Building Codes. Affected facilities include Putney Pool at 21 School Forest Drive, Highway Department at 19 Town Garage Road, and Wastewater Treatment Plant at 23 Treatment Plant Road. Vendors must demonstrate a valid State of Vermont Master or Journeyman Electrician license, three years of corporate experience in POTS-to-cellular migrations, and active New England client references. Written questions are due by August 31, 2026, and bids are due by September 10, 2026, at noon.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Generally comparable systems accepted, lowest-priced proposal not guaranteed
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Signal Strength Optimization & Site Survey
- Hardware Installation
- Signaling Configuration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
State of Vermont Master or Journeyman Electrician license documentation, proof of 3 years corporate experience, at least 3 active client references, Commercial General Liability insurance and Workers' Compensation coverage
- Submit to
- Town of Putney, c/o Karen Astley, Town Manager, PO Box 233, 127 Main Street, Putney, VT 05346 or email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Putney, VT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Putney?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 10, 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: Town of Putney, c/o Karen Astley, Town Manager, PO Box 233, 127 Main Street, Putney, VT 05346 or email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Karen Astley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Putney in VT, 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 Karen Astley at (802) 387-5862 ext 1. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signal Strength Optimization & Site Survey, Hardware Installation, Signaling Configuration. 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: "Generally comparable systems accepted, lowest-priced proposal not guaranteed" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Putney?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Putney are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Putney 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: State of Vermont Master or Journeyman Electrician license documentation, proof of 3 years corporate experience, at least 3 active client references, Commercial General Liability insurance and Workers'. Review the full document from Town of Putney for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Putney, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.