BID 51425

BID 51425 - Request for Proposals (RFP) for IP Space

The Harriman Utility Board (HUB) in Roane County, TN, is launching a fiber construction project to deliver high-speed broadband internet access across its service territory. The project entails constructing 395 miles of mainline fiber, initially serving 2,920 homes and businesses. The network is designed to eventually cover the entire HUB service area, which encompasses 7,300 homes and businesses, with potential for future expansion. This project requires IP Space for logical network management. Fiber construction is scheduled to begin in June 2025, with the initial network configuration to begin in late June. HUB is seeking bidders to provide IP Space for the project.

Project Timeline Key Points:

• • Fiber Construction Start: June 2025
• • Initial Logical Network Setup: June 2025

Bid Registration and Q&A Portal: Interested bidders must register for the bid and gain access to the Q&A portal by filling out an Intent to Bid form. Thursday, April 24, 2025, is the first day the form will be available to register. The Intent-to-Bid document can be found at this link.

Submission Requirements Proposals should include:

• • Response to provided workbook including:

• - Pricing and lead times
• - Client references

• • Draft invoice for services

Click here to download the RFP Bid Package.

Submission Deadline and Public Bid Opening: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 @ 10 am EST