Single-Mode Fiber Optic Cable Supply and Delivery

The City of Palo Alto is requesting quotes for the as-needed purchase and delivery of 432-, 144-, 24-, and 12-count single-mode outside-plant fiber optic cable for up to three years.

City of Palo Alto > Utilities Department


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RFQ 197040
Oct 21, 2026 10:00 PM
Sep 22, 2026 11:59 AM
1 year base + 2 × 1 year options
Request for Quote/Qualifications (RFQ)
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Contact
renee.howard@paloalto.gov
+16504965900
3201 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, CA, USA
Submission Instructions
Online
Submit the quote electronically through the City's OpenGov portal before the deadline.
Description

The City of Palo Alto Utilities Department is seeking vendors to supply and deliver new, current-production, outdoor-rated single-mode OS2 fiber optic cable in 432-, 144-, 24-, and 12-fiber counts on an as-needed basis. The cable must support aerial lashing and underground conduit installation, meet applicable ITU-T G.652.D/G.657.A1, Telcordia GR-20-CORE, ANSI/ICEA S-87-640, and related standards, and include specified water-blocking, jacket marking, reel, environmental, mechanical, and factory-testing requirements. The agreement will provide pricing for up to 36 months, with estimated quantities varying by year and no guarantee of purchase. Vendors must submit pricing through the City's electronic procurement portal, complete the Bid Form and Bidder's Questionnaire, and provide applicable manufacturer technical data sheets and compliance information for proposed products or alternates. The City may award multiple contracts or award by item or in aggregate.

Classification Codes
NAICS335921Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing
PSC6015Fiber Optic Cables
Smart Codes
single-mode fiber optic cableoutside-plant fiber cablefiber optic cable delivery
Specifications
Supply Only
No
Timeline
Sep 22, 2026-RFQ Date
Oct 07, 2026 08:00 PM-Questions Submission Deadline
Oct 13, 2026 08:00 PM-Question Response Deadline
Oct 21, 2026 10:00 PM-Quote Submission Deadline
Requirements
Required
  • Worker's Compensation
  • Employer's Liability
  • General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
Required
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