Decommissioning and Removal of Legacy Cable Plants

The contract calls for the safe decommissioning and removal of abandoned copper and fiber cabling from ceilings, conduits, and walls as part of broader infrastructure upgrades at the University of Houston – Clear Lake. The work requires specialized handling to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards during extraction, transportation, and disposal of legacy cable plant materials. All activities must be performed without disrupting ongoing operations, with attention to minimizing structural damage and containing debris properly. The scope includes identifying, tagging, and removing outdated cabling systems while documenting removal efforts to meet institutional and regulatory requirements. This is a subcontract opportunity under NAICS code 238990, open for responses until July 21, 2026, with a solicitation posted on June 17, 2026. The project is managed through the Texas SmartBuy procurement system, and the successful contractor must demonstrate experience in commercial building decommissioning, adherence to industry best practices for cable disposal, and ability to coordinate with facility personnel. No set-aside provisions are specified, and performance is expected to take place at the university’s facilities in Texas. All submissions must be completed via the online portal prior to the deadline.