New York State Contract Reporter #RFP-26-OSI-016

Oswego County Seeks Primary ISP for County-Owned Open Access Fiber Network

Oswego County, NY is seeking a qualified provider to serve as the primary Internet Service Provider (ISP) for its county-owned, 113-mile open access fiber optic broadband network. - The network is funded by the NYS ConnectAll Municipal Infrastructure Program (MIP) and ARPA grants, with construction expected to be completed by 2027. - The selected ISP will deliver affordable, reliable, high-speed internet (minimum 100 Mbps symmetrical) to 2,319 residential, business, and government locations across the county. - The network is open access, meaning multiple providers can operate, but no single provider may control more than 50% of the core network's 144 fiber strands; the ConnectAll Office retains six strands. - Key responsibilities include: - Network management, security, and maintenance - Local sales, marketing, and customer support - Customer installations and technology support - Compliance with NYS ConnectAll MIP grant and regulatory requirements - The contract term is 10 years, with two optional 5-year extensions upon mutual consent. - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to all qualified broadband service providers. - The initiative targets improved broadband access for rural areas, supporting telehealth, education, and employment.

Description

The County of Oswego, NY is soliciting sealed proposals from providers of High-Speed Internet/Broadband services to work with the County in providing affordable, reliable, high-speed internet access to all residential, business, and government constituents. The services will utilize a county-owned, 113-mile fiber optic network funded through a NYS ConnectAll Municipal Infrastructure Program grant, projected to be built by 2027, with additional segments funded by the America Rescue Plan Act. The County seeks a primary ISP provider for its open access broadband network, ensuring no single provider controls more than 50% of the core network strands. The initiative aims to address critical broadband needs in rural areas, enhancing access to telehealth, education, and employment opportunities.

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