Colorado Office of Information Technology

Buyer is seeking information from experienced vendors to help refine requirements for a Broadband Middle Mile Initiative. The initiative aims to integrate existing fiber networks into a state-owned middle mile network, develop a strategic roadmap, and create a fiber inventory system. Buyer needs expertise in broadband network planning, acquisition, integration, management, fiber infrastructure inventory, GIS mapping, and portal development. This RFI is for market research only to gather detailed information on vendor pricing structures and staffing models.

• 5/1/2024 - Solicitation Publication
• 5/5/2024 - Written Inquiry Deadline
• 5/7/2024 - State Response to Written Inquiries
• 5/9/2025 - Proposal Due Date

• Develop strategic roadmap for middle mile network acquisition and integration
• Conduct due diligence on existing regional fiber networks
• Create stakeholder identification and engagement strategy
• Conduct inventory of state-owned fiber infrastructure
• Map fiber infrastructure using GIS technology
• Develop public-facing portal for fiber infrastructure access
• Negotiate with regional network owners and operators
• Assess network assets, operations, and maintenance
• Evaluate legal and regulatory compliance of existing networks
• Establish performance monitoring and network management tools