Opportunity
City of Columbus #RFQ033372
City of Columbus Seeks Voice, Video, and Data Cabling Hardware and Services (Multiple OEMs)
Posted
August 07, 2026
Respond By
August 20, 2026
Identifier
RFQ033372
NAICS
238210, 423690
The City of Columbus Department of Technology is seeking a Universal Term Contract for comprehensive voice, video, and data cabling hardware and services for inside plant projects. - Government Buyer: - City of Columbus, Department of Technology - OEMs Highlighted: - Commscope - Corning Cable Systems - Siemens - Superior Essex - General Cable - Panduit - PLP (Preformed Line Products) - Valcom - Viking Electronics - Wheelock - NEWMAR - VEC Electronics Corporation - Products Requested: - Wide range of cabling materials: Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, Cat7A/8, fiber optic cables (single-mode, multimode), patch cords, faceplates, panels, amplifiers, power supplies, enclosures, and related hardware - Notable part numbers include: CMP-00423CS44-6AU-06, 012E81-33131-24, 6H-272-2B, V-1036C, VIP-804A, E-1600-1P, and many more - Quantities are not specified for most items; contract is for as-needed supply - Services Requested: - Installation, design, and warranty support for cabling infrastructure - Services must be performed by certified personnel (RCDD, BICSI certified installers and technicians) - Service line items include normal, after-hours, weekend, and holiday rates for RCDD, Foreman, Technician, and Installer roles - Example: 1,600 hours each for Registered Technician and Registered Installer during business days - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All work is for inside plant projects (excludes major/new construction) - Estimated annual spend is $50,000, with potential to double - Contract term through November 1, 2029, with an option for one additional year - Pricing discounts are firm for the contract duration, with limited price adjustment after six months - Vendors must provide certified personnel and meet experience/reference requirements
Description
This solicitation is for a universal term contract to provide voice, video, and data cabling hardware and services for the City of Columbus. The contract duration extends through November 1, 2029. Offerors are required to demonstrate experience and provide references. The bid response deadline is August 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM UTC. The solicitation includes a bid packet available for download and specifies no particular license or classification requirements.