New York State Contract Reporter #26-0526-1

Franklin County NY Solicits Fiber Optic Cable Construction and Installation Services

Franklin County, NY is seeking proposals for the construction and installation of fiber optic cable infrastructure to expand broadband access in unserved and underserved areas: - Scope covers approximately 36 miles of aerial and underground fiber optic cable installation in the southern portion of the county - Includes placement, splicing, testing, and restoration of fiber optic cable - Work must comply with OSHA, NEC, and other industry standards, as well as requirements from the New York State ConnectALL Office and Empire State Development - Franklin County will supply all fiber optic cable and certain materials; contractors must provide all labor, equipment, and any additional required materials - Proposals may address the entire project or specific portions; awards may be made in whole or in part - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Project completion is required by the end of 2026 - Work will be performed throughout Franklin County, NY, with key locations including county facilities in Malone - Notable requirements include adherence to federal, state, and program-specific technical standards and the ability to coordinate with county-supplied materials

Description

Franklin County is soliciting sealed proposals for a fixed-price contract for the aerial and underground construction, installation, splicing, testing, and restoration of fiber optic cable infrastructure. The project is part of the Municipal Infrastructure Program (MIP) Phase 1 and aims to serve unserved and underserved areas within Franklin County, New York. The County will provide all fiber optic cable and certain materials, while the contractor will furnish all labor, equipment, and other necessary materials. Proposals must be submitted in hard copy and electronic format by May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

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