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Awarding Agency
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Agency Name and Address |
Cambridge, City of
Cambridge Housing Authority
362 Green Street
Cambridge, MA 02139 |
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Bid Number |
24-fiber-001 Dark Fiber RFP |
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Contact Information |
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Name |
Jay Sisam |
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Title |
Construction Project Manager |
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Phone |
617-251-4444 |
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Fax |
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Email Address |
jsisam@cambridge-housing.org
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Description |
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The Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA) is requesting proposals from qualified service providers to deliver dark fiber network services for an FTTP (Fiber to the Premises) Broadband Pilot Project. This project requires leased dark fiber network services to connect the Frank J. Manning elderly housing high-rise in Central Square to the 300 Bent Street data center in Cambridge, MA. The dark fiber network will ultimately serve as a critical backbone for high-speed broadband services for low-income residents. The selected service provider shall be responsible for delivering dark fiber network services to connect the Frank J. Manning elderly housing high-rise (237 Franklin Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139) to the 300 Bent Street data center, ensuring the network supports high-speed broadband services as part of the CHA’s FTTP Broadband Pilot Project. Interested contractors should email CHAInternetUpgrades@cambridge-housing.org |
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Contract Information |
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Estimated Rate |
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Duration |
3 years |
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Bid Release Date |
10/30/24 |
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Bid Release Time |
10:00 A.M. |
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Bid Deadline Date |
11/21/24 |
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Bid Deadline Time |
2:00 P.M. |
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Additional Information |
The service provider shall offer full dark fiber network services, including network design and engineering, leasing and installation of fiber, and the integration of the network with existing CHA or ISP infrastructure. The service provider shall also provide comprehensive testing and commissioning services, ensuring that the dark fiber network meets performance and reliability standards. Ongoing responsibilities will include network monitoring and maintenance to ensure consistent service availability and quick response to any issues. |
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