Opportunity
California eProcure #26-0212374
California Department of Technology Solicits Dark Fiber Lease and Maintenance Services
Posted
August 14, 2026
Respond By
August 27, 2026
Identifier
26-0212374
NAICS
517311, 517810
The California Department of Technology (CDT), through its Office of Technology Services (OTech) and Statewide Telecommunications and Network Division (STND), is seeking quotes for dark optic fiber lease, maintenance, and monitoring services connecting two campuses in Rancho Cordova, CA. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Technology (CDT) - Office of Technology Services (OTech), Statewide Telecommunications and Network Division (STND) - Acquisition and IT Program Management Branch - Products/Services Requested: - Lease, maintenance, and monitoring of two pairs of single mode dark optical fibers - Fiber must connect 3101 Gold Camp Drive and 10911 Whiterock Road, Rancho Cordova, CA - Compliance with ITU-T G-652 standards for single mode fiber - 24/7 network operation center (NOC) support, maintenance, monitoring, and help desk - Specified response and repair times, scheduled preventive maintenance, and participation in root cause analysis - Path diversity required for fiber routes - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified dark fiber service providers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Fiber paths must be diverse and meet international standards (ITU-T G-652) - Contractor must provide 24/7 support and meet strict response/repair timelines - Contractor must have experience providing similar services and submit references - Adherence to California Public Contract Code and Department of General Services policies - Award will be made to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder
Description
The California Department of Technology is soliciting quotes for the renewal of Dark Optic Fiber Lease and Maintenance services. The contract involves leasing, maintenance, and monitoring of two pairs of single mode optical fibers connecting two campuses for the Department of Technology. The term of the contract is one year from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with options to extend for two additional one-year terms. The award will be based on the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder. Quotes must be submitted electronically by August 27, 2026.