City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #FKEC BID #26-02

Turnkey Construction of 35 Miles of ADSS Fiber Optic Line for Florida Keys Electric Cooperative

This opportunity involves a major fiber optic infrastructure project for the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. (FKEC), focusing on the design, procurement, and construction of approximately 35 miles of All Dielectric Self-Supporting (ADSS) fiber optic cable and associated hardware along US1 in the Florida Keys.

• Government Buyer:

  • Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. (FKEC)
  • Offices: Engineering Services and Procurement Department, Tavernier, FL

• OEMs and Vendors Mentioned:

  • AFL (notably for DNO-9130 OPGW fiber and hardware)
  • BRUGG (for OPGW fiber)
  • Erico (for U Guards)
  • Additional pole and hardware suppliers (concrete, steel, ductile iron)

• Products and Materials Requested:

  • 35 miles of 144-strand ADSS single-mode fiber optic cable (mainline)
  • 1.6 miles of 24-strand ADSS fiber for tap locations
  • Patch panels (19" rack mount, 144 strand, LC connectors)
  • Fiber splice boxes, splice kits, and enclosures (weatherproof for coastal environments)
  • AFL DNO-9130 OPGW (36 fiber) and BRUGG 59AY27ACS-2C OPGW (24 fiber) for water crossings
  • Distribution conductors (927.2 KCMIL AAAC "GREELEY", 556.5 "DAHLIA" AAC, 4/0 "PENGUIN" ACSR)
  • Hardware: U Guards (Erico LPP74728), AFL FOSDA17ADSS tangent hardware, AFL 144 ADSS deadend hardware, ADSS dampers, fan out kits, patch panel jumpers, grounding material
  • Multiple concrete, steel, and ductile iron poles (45'–100' heights)

• Services Requested:

  • Turn-key engineering, design, procurement, and construction of the fiber line
  • Make-ready engineering and NJUNS ticket management
  • Marine services (barge rental for water crossings)
  • Mobilization/demobilization and field services
  • Compliance with FDOT, MOT, USACE, NESC, ANSI, USCG, and other standards

• Unique or Notable Requirements:

  • All materials must be rated for harsh coastal environments
  • Contractor responsible for all permitting, environmental considerations, and insurance/bonding
  • Blackout dates for construction during holidays and Florida Lobster Sport Season
  • Integration with existing distribution equipment and substations
  • Installation of patch panels at Tavernier, Islamorada, and Crawl Key Substations

• Primary Locations:

  • Tavernier Substation, Islamorada Substation, Crawl Key Substation (Florida Keys)
  • Route follows US1 and Old Highway, including water crossings and Sea Oats Beach area

• Estimated Contract Value:

  • Likely in the multi-million dollar range, depending on final scope and materials

Description

Florida Keys Electric Cooperative (FKEC) is seeking proposals for a turn-key project to design, procure materials, and construct approximately 35 miles of All Dielectric Self-Supporting (ADSS) fiber optic line with 144 strands of single-mode fiber. The fiber will be installed mostly overhead on FKEC-owned poles along US1 from Tavernier Substation to Crawl Key Substation, including patch panels at Islamorada and Tavernier Substations. The project includes multiple water crossings and requires compliance with various standards and permits. The awarded contractor will be responsible for engineering services, make-ready adjustments, and ensuring all NJUNS tickets are completed.

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