Fiber Optic Cable Pulling and Splicing

The contract requires the pull and installation of fiber optic cable through pre-existing conduit systems as part of the City of Issaquah’s citywide fiber network expansion. This includes performing precision fusion splicing to ensure seamless signal transmission between cable segments, followed by detailed OTDR testing to measure and validate signal loss across the entire network footprint. All cable terminations must be completed at designated handholes and splice enclosures, ensuring secure, standardized, and accessible connections throughout the infrastructure. Work must be executed with strict adherence to industry best practices for fiber optics to guarantee long-term performance and network reliability. The contract is classified as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 238210, indicating it falls under the telecommunications and utility systems installation sector. It was posted on July 14, 2026, with a response deadline of August 26, 2026. The work is to be performed within the jurisdiction of the City of Issaquah, Washington, though specific site locations are not disclosed in the provided data. The contract is open for bidding through the City of Issaquah’s procurement portal, and bidders are expected to demonstrate technical capability, relevant experience, and compliance with all fiber network deployment standards required for municipal infrastructure projects.