Opportunity

CanadaBuys #BCRFP_20657

Submarine Fibre Optic Cable Design, Supply, and Installation for BC Hydro

Posted

July 02, 2026

Respond By

September 01, 2026

Identifier

BCRFP_20657

NAICS

237130, 335921, 423690

This opportunity is issued by the British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority for a major telecommunications infrastructure project. - Government Buyer: - British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) - Products and Services Requested: - Design, supply, and installation of submarine fibre optic cable - Optional break/fix readiness services for the submarine fibre optic cable - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Product and Service Details: - Submarine fibre optic cable (no part numbers or quantities specified) - Installation services for the cable - Potential service contract for ongoing break/fix readiness - Notable Requirements: - Marine survey data and reference information available upon request - Procurement may involve negotiation - Compliance with Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement is required

Description

This RFP is for a contract that generally includes the design, supply, and installation of submarine fibre optic cable, including the potential award of a separate service contract at BC Hydro's discretion for break/fix readiness services of the submarine fibre optic cable. Marine survey data and related reference information will be provided via a file transfer site upon request. An optional site visit is scheduled for July 23rd, 2026. The delivery or completion date is July 2028.

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