Description
Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) is issuing a Request for Quotation to obtain statewide wireline Ethernet or fixed‑wireless connectivity services under an existing Network Services Agreement (NSA). Vendors must already hold a signed NSA and the appropriate Technical Addendum (Wireline Ethernet or Fixed Wireless) to be eligible. Bidders are required to complete a detailed Cost Model spreadsheet for each site, including non‑recurring and monthly recurring costs, a supplemental bandwidth price, and proposed install intervals. The award will be based on a scoring system that combines cost, timeline, and local‑loop type (fiber, fixed‑wireless, or copper). The solicitation covers all Washington counties and includes a pre‑proposal conference on September 4, 2026 (optional). Submissions are due by September 16, 2026, with the apparently successful vendor announced on September 23, 2026.
• Mandatory requirements: signed NSA, relevant Technical Addendum, completed Cost Model, and at least one supplemental bandwidth option per site.
• Evaluation criteria: cost score (NRC + 24×MRC), timeline score (install interval), and local‑loop score (fiber = 40 pts, fixed‑wireless = 20 pts, copper = 10 pts).
• Key dates: posting 8/26/2026, question deadline 9/1/2026, pre‑proposal conference 9/4/2026, submission deadline 9/16/2026, award announcement 9/23/2026.
• Contract duration is not explicitly stated but the Cost Model bases pricing on a 24‑month period, implying a likely 2‑year service term.