On-Call Fiber Optic Network Services

The City of Carson is seeking qualified firms for on-call fiber optic installation, fusion splicing, termination, testing, and related services for its municipal fiber network under an anticipated five-year contract.

City of Carson > Purchasing Division


General
Open (bidding)
RFP 26-032
Nov 12, 2026 09:00 PM
Oct 22, 2026 09:51 PM
5 years
Request for Proposal (RFP)
Local
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Contact
jtogiola@carsonca.gov
+13109521758
Carson, CA, USA
Submission Instructions
Description

The City seeks qualified telecommunications firms to provide on-call services for its municipal fiber network, including installing fiber in new or existing conduit; fusion splicing and terminating single-mode and multimode fiber; installing splice enclosures, trays, and rack-mounted patch panels; and testing with bidirectional OTDR and optical power meters. The work may involve new or existing infrastructure and will be authorized as needed. Emergency requests require onsite arrival within two hours and emergency splice work to begin within four hours; normal requests require onsite arrival and splice work to begin within seven calendar days. Test results and documentation are due within two business days after each assignment, including OTDR traces, splice diagrams, fiber assignment records, as-built documentation, and completion confirmation. The proposal must include a technical approach and work plan, qualifications, key staff, project understanding, and a cost proposal using the provided cost file. The solicitation also requires specified affidavits and certifications, a client reference list, and a W-9. Proposers must hold a current California CSLB Class C-7 license and demonstrate at least ten years of relevant experience, three recent similar references or qualifying City experience, and three completed projects valued above $1 million. The awarded contractor must perform the majority of the work; subcontracting is limited to subcontractors identified in the proposal or approved in writing. The anticipated contract term is five years.

Classification Codes
NAICS517111Wired Telecommunications Carriers
PSCN060Installation of Equipment: Fiber Optics Materials, Components, Assemblies, and Accessories
Smart Codes
fiber optic installationfiber optic fusion splicingfiber optic testing
Specifications
Supply & Service
Timeline
Oct 22, 2026-RFP Issued
Oct 29, 2026 09:00 PM-Questions Due
Nov 12, 2026 10:00 PM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Requirements
Required
  • General Liability — $5,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employer's Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Builder's Risk
  • Pollution Liability — $1,000,000.00
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Within the last 3 years
  • Projects valued at $1,000,000.00 or more
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
No
Location
Local Preference:Local Requirement
Documents
TitleDate Posted
C-19-134 - Project Labor Agreement_Amendment 1Oct 22, 2026 03:31 PM
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ENTERING ELECTRONIC BIDSOct 21, 2026 12:47 PM
RFP 26-032_PACKETOct 22, 2026 02:51 PM
CONTRACT INSURANCE CHECKLIST - ConstructionOct 22, 2026 02:51 PM
Succesor Project Labor AgreementOct 22, 2026 03:31 PM
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