Reynoldsburg Civicplus #RFI Broadband Infrastructure & Fiber Network Development

City of Reynoldsburg RFI for Citywide Fiber-Optic Broadband Network Development

The City of Reynoldsburg is seeking input from qualified entities regarding the development of a citywide fiber-optic broadband network. - Government Buyer: - City of Reynoldsburg Development Department (Development Director: Eric Meyer) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the RFI is open to all qualified entities with expertise in fiber network design, construction, and operation. - Products/Services Requested: - Design services for a citywide fiber-optic network (including network architecture, conduit size, fiber count, and equipment needs) - Construction services for underground conduit and fiber installation (methods such as microtrenching and directional boring) - Operation and maintenance services for the fiber network - Consulting on business models, partnership structures, financial strategies, and digital inclusion initiatives - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Respondents are encouraged to propose innovative approaches, smart city applications, and strategies for digital inclusion - The project concept includes a redundant ring architecture with phased expansion along major city roadways - The RFI is for planning and information gathering only; no specific part numbers, quantities, or contract awards are included at this stage

Description

The City of Reynoldsburg has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather information from qualified entities regarding the design, construction, operation, and potential partnership structures for a fiber-optic network within the City and surrounding areas. The RFI aims to inform future procurement approaches, assess market interest and capabilities, and identify potential partnership models for infrastructure deployment and operation. The project includes developing an underground conduit and fiber network with a redundant ring architecture along major roadways. Responses are due by July 6, 2026, and should be submitted via email to the Development Director.

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