Fiber Optic Backbone Installation Project Services

Overview

IT Support, Hardware & Networking

Alpena, Michigan, United StatesPosted 24 days agoDeadline: April 27th, 2026

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SUMMARY

RFP for comprehensive installation of a fiber optic backbone system, including material supply and end-to-end implementation, for a government campus in Alpena, Michigan.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a qualified contractor
Must comply with Davis-Bacon Act for contracts in excess of $2,000
Must provide proof of licensing and insurance
Must provide minimum 1-year warranty on materials and workmanship
Must provide minimum three similar projects within last five years
Must comply with Michigan Act 517 (Iran-Linked Business prohibition)

BUDGET

Estimate

$50,000 – $150,000

CONTRACT DURATION

2 months

TIMELINE

Release Date: April 10th, 2026

Questions Due: April 20th, 2026

Responses Issued By: April 21st, 2026

Due Date: April 27th, 2026

Contract Start Date: May 25th, 2026

Completion Requirement: July 31st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

April 20th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Alpena Community College

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority located in Alpena, Michigan is seeking a vendor to provide fiber optic backbone installation project services. The scope of work includes the installation of a campus fiber optic backbone system, encompassing all necessary trenching, directional boring, aerial installation, and site restoration.

The selected provider will supply all required materials—including fiber, conduit, vaults, handholes, cabinets, splice canisters, and termination hardware—and deliver a comprehensive, end-to-end fiber system. Responsibilities also include performing all splicing, termination, labeling, and testing throughout the fiber routing.

Vendors are required to submit any questions regarding the project no later than April 20, 2026.

Source attribution

This Settle analysis is based on the issuing organization’s public RFP listing.