Agoura Hills Planet bids #RFQ-140626

Operations & Maintenance Services for LVMCOG Fiber Optic Network

This opportunity seeks qualified providers for comprehensive operations and maintenance of the Las Virgenes – Malibu Council of Governments (LVMCOG) 45-mile fiber optic network in California. - Government Buyer: - Las Virgenes – Malibu Council of Governments (LVMCOG), a Joint Powers Authority representing Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Malibu, and Westlake Village - Scope of Services: - Day-to-day network operations, management, and infrastructure maintenance - Network construction and permitting, including laterals and service drops - Marketing and retail sales of symmetrical gigabit fiber-to-the-premises services - Customer service, billing, and 24/7 Network Operations Center (NOC) support - Technical field work, fiber splicing, testing, and network repairs - Network expansion through in-kind contributions, securing dark fiber for redundancy, and creative solutions (e.g., wireless for hard-to-reach areas) - Notable Requirements: - Ability to provide all listed services, including identification of subcontractors for specific tasks - Demonstrated experience and capabilities in similar network operations - Open to proposals from ILECs, CLECs, or CPCN holders - Potential for negotiating rights to use the network via IRUs, dark fiber leases, or other arrangements - Emphasis on improving regional broadband access and competition - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs are named in the solicitation - Prospective bidders include Dura-Line, Federal Technology Solutions Inc, Fibertel CA, LLC, jackbrownes, Mullis Insurance, Pramira Inc., and SECC Corporation - Locations: - Network and services cover the cities of Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Malibu, and Westlake Village, California

Description

The Las Virgenes – Malibu Council of Governments (LVMCOG) is seeking qualified entities to develop, operate, and maintain its 45-mile fiber optic network. The scope includes network management, construction, marketing, customer service, technical repairs, and potential expansion through private assets or wireless technology. The RFQ invites qualified contractors, vendors, and ISPs to submit statements of qualifications to provide day-to-day network operations, maintenance, retail data sales, and support services. The LVMCOG aims to expand broadband access and improve regional connectivity through this network.

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