Automated Open Access Platform RFP

The City of Chico is seeking a vendor to provide an Automated Open Access Platform that will play a crucial role in delivering a network that addresses the four objectives defined in the Chico Broadband Master Plan. The platform must be capable of supporting a minimum of one gigabit symmetrical active ethernet services to business and residential customers. Calix, Inc. has proposed a solution based on their E9-2 Intelligent Edge System, which provides a high-density system that leverages AXOS. The solution includes a control layer and a physical layer, with the control layer being integrated with COS Systems. The physical layer is based on XGS PON technology, which provides a 2.5Gbps service to the City of Chico's customers. The solution also includes a range of related services, such as marketplace offering automated enrollment in additional services, point-to-point and point-to-multi-point private circuits, and platform integration with utility billing solution. Some key points about this contract include: • The City of Chico is seeking a vendor to provide an Automated Open Access Platform. • The platform must be capable of supporting a minimum of one gigabit symmetrical active ethernet services. • Calix, Inc. has proposed a solution based on their E9-2 Intelligent Edge System. • The solution includes a control layer and a physical layer. • The physical layer is based on XGS PON technology. • The solution includes a range of related services.