University of Missouri Ionwave #26-0146

University of Missouri seeks dark fiber and long-term IRU for MOREnet network expansion in Kansas City

The University of Missouri System, on behalf of the Missouri Research and Education Network (MOREnet), is seeking proposals for long-term dark fiber data transport services to expand its research and education network in Kansas City, MO. - Government Buyer: - University of Missouri System (Missouri Research and Education Network - MOREnet) - Products/Services Requested: - Two strands of single mode dark fiber from Netrality Data Center (1102 Grand Blvd.) to Stowers Institute (1000 E. 50th Street), Kansas City, MO - Two strands of single mode dark fiber from UMKC School of Medicine (2411 Holmes Street) to Stowers Institute - Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) for exclusive fiber usage for at least 20 years - Operations, maintenance, and collocation services for the fiber infrastructure, including routine and emergency repairs, collocation space and power, and 24/7 operational support - Technical Requirements: - Fiber must be single mode, suitable for Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) networking at 100Gbps and above - Compliance with ITU/IEEE/ANSI standards for fiber and connectors - Provision of detailed electronic maps of proposed fiber routes - Notable Contractual Requirements: - Long-term IRU agreement through at least 2045/2046 - Maintenance & Collocation Agreement with monthly charges - Grantee may sub-grant IRU rights to third parties - Strict construction, testing, and acceptance standards for fiber - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified suppliers able to meet the technical and operational requirements

Description

The University of Missouri is requesting proposals for the furnishing and delivery of data transport services for the Missouri Research and Education Network (MOREnet). The procurement involves acquiring two strands of dark fiber from the Netrality Data Center to the Stowers Institute and an additional two strands from UMKC School of Medicine to the Stowers Institute. The contract is a long-term agreement through December 31, 2046. Respondents must meet mandatory technical requirements including adherence to ITU/IEEE/ANSI standards and provide detailed maps of the proposed fiber routes.

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