Description
Northwest Open Access Network (NoaNet) is soliciting qualified contractors to provide unit‑priced, on‑call fiber‑optic line extensions, service‑drop installations, and 24/7 emergency restoration services across multiple regions of Washington State. The contract is a 3‑year term (with one optional 1‑year extension) and awards are made by region, with a $120,000 ceiling per individual work order. Bidders must submit firm unit prices for all labor and material line items, maintain 24/7 on‑call capability, and meet bonding and insurance requirements. The solicitation includes categories for underground, aerial, splicing, permitting, engineering, and material supply work.
• Scope covers emergency restoration (1‑hour mobilization, 4‑hour target restoration) and routine OSP construction (underground, aerial, splicing, building entrance).
• Contractor‑provided materials and NoaNet‑provided fiber are priced separately; all unit‑price items must be firm for evaluation.
• Primary/secondary contractor model per region; bids evaluated on lowest total price; bid bond required (5 % of total bid).
• Mandatory compliance with Washington prevailing‑wage rules, insurance, and bonding thresholds (≥ 25 % performance/payment bond after award).
• No guaranteed volume; estimated quantities are for weighting only; each work order capped at $120k.