Opportunity
Illinois BidBuy #26-448DOIT-TELEC-B-50663
Illinois DoIT 20-Year IRU Dark Fiber Lease for Dekalb Area
Posted
July 23, 2026
Respond By
August 21, 2026
Identifier
26-448DOIT-TELEC-B-50663
NAICS
517311
The Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) is seeking bids for a 20-year Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) Dark Fiber Lease in the Dekalb area. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT), Telecommunications Division - Products/Services Requested: - 20-year IRU Dark Fiber Lease for Dekalb area - All technical, operational, and maintenance requirements specified in detailed attachments - Key Requirements: - Compliance with provided fiber specifications, maintenance standards, and testing procedures - Adherence to closeout specifications and documentation/certification requirements - Participation in a pre-bid conference is required - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Opportunity is open to qualified vendors capable of providing dark fiber and meeting all technical and operational requirements
Description
The Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology is seeking a vendor to provide an IRU Dark Fiber Lease for the Dekalb area. The procurement includes a 20-year IRU Dark Fiber Path with detailed fiber specifications and additional instructions provided in attachments. Vendors must comply with specific documentation and certification requirements, including signed contracts and various disclosures. A pre-bid conference is scheduled to provide further information to prospective bidders.