Private Data Network-Probate/Revenue West

The County is seeking a vendor to design, install, and provide ongoing service for a private, high‑speed data network (dark‑fiber or point‑to‑point) linking its Annex I office to the Probate/Revenue West facility. The contract is for three years with firm pricing, and the County will award to the lowest responsive bidder (subject to local‑preference and foreign‑bidder rules). Bidders must submit sealed quotations by the deadline and meet extensive insurance, licensing, and E‑Verify requirements. • Provide dark‑fiber or equivalent point‑to‑point service with bandwidth options of 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, and 5 Gbps. • Include both monthly service fees and installation costs in the bid. • Comply with mandatory insurance (CGL, Auto, Workers’ Comp, Umbrella, Builders’ Risk) and possess A‑M Best A‑or‑better rating. • Local bidders receive a 5 % price preference; out‑of‑state bidders may be considered if within 10 % of the lowest in‑state bid. • No faxed bids; sealed bids must be delivered to the Purchasing Department office.