Opportunity
E-Rate #270000431
High-Speed Broadband and Last-Mile Fiber Installation for Horizon Science Academy New Bedford
Posted
August 26, 2026
Respond By
September 23, 2026
Identifier
270000431
NAICS
237130, 238210, 541330, 517311, 517919
Horizon Science Academy New Bedford in Lambertville, MI is seeking competitive bids for a high-speed broadband connection to its school site. - Project Scope: - Last-mile fiber installation of approximately 400 linear feet to the school's Main Distribution Frame (MDF) - Three service options under consideration: - Leased Lit Fiber - Leased Dark Fiber - Self-Provisioned Network - For Dark Fiber and Self-Provisioned Network options, vendors must provide all required Category 1 modulating electronics to deliver a fully functional 1 Gbps connection, scalable up to 10 Gbps - Vendors must clearly separate recurring monthly costs from non-recurring special construction costs - Products and Services Requested: - Installation of single-mode (OS2) fiber optic cable (approx. 400 feet) - All necessary electronics (transceivers, optronics, switches, patch panels, racks, connectors, splice trays, enclosures) - Design, engineering, construction, testing, documentation, and permitting services - Unique Requirements: - Detailed Bill of Materials and route maps required - Compliance with Michigan procurement regulations and valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN) required - Site walkthroughs scheduled for interested vendors - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; all qualified providers are encouraged to bid.
Description
The solicitation seeks competitive bids for a high-speed broadband connection to a single school site at 6315 Secor Road, Lambertville, MI 48144. The project involves a last-mile fiber installation of approximately 400 linear feet to the school's Main Distribution Frame (MDF). The applicant will evaluate proposals for three service options: Leased Lit Fiber, Leased Dark Fiber, and a Self-Provisioned Network. Vendors must itemize all required Category 1 modulating electronics for Dark Fiber and Self-Provisioned options to achieve a fully functional 1 Gbps connection scalable to 10 Gbps. Bidders must differentiate recurring monthly costs from non-recurring special construction costs. All bids are due by October 25, 2026.