Fiber Optic Cables

Solicitation HSR25-30 is an Invitation for Bids issued by the California High-Speed Rail Authority for the manufacture, supply, and delivery of fiber optic cables to support video, voice, and data transport between the OCC, stations, depots, and wayside facilities. The contract has an initial term of two years and is executed through multiple Notices to Proceed, with the first focusing on a 119-mile construction section. Primary deliverables include 1,584,000 linear feet of 2x144 fiber optic cable, with an option for 792,000 linear feet of 1x288 cable. Deliveries are designated for the Kern County and Fresno County railheads. The award will be granted to the responsible and responsive bidder offering the lowest total bid price for the primary items, with a pass/fail evaluation of the Technical Criteria Statement and a review of past performance. Technical requirements specify compliance with ITU-T G.652D, ISO 9001 certification, and a minimum design life of 30 years. Strict packaging standards are required, including specific drum barrel diameters and UV-resistant wrapping. Bidders must provide a bid bond equal to 10 percent of the total bid amount and adhere to Buy America, prevailing wage, and various civil rights and non-discrimination certifications. Invoicing is handled electronically on a monthly basis with payment terms following the California Prompt Payment Act.