Fiber Optic Network Master Plan Professional Services

The City of Dublin in California is seeking professional consulting services to develop a comprehensive Fiber Optic Master Plan (FOMP) that will unify and guide its existing and future fiber optic infrastructure and public broadband initiatives. The project aims to inventory current fiber and copper assets, assess community needs, design technical network solutions, and formulate sustainable policies and funding mechanisms. The resulting plan will serve as a strategic roadmap for planning, design, construction, maintenance, regulation, and funding of municipal fiber optic assets, ensuring alignment across private and public projects. The scope includes project management, technical memoranda, and a final master plan document, with deliverables such as a project management plan, infrastructure inventory, and a business and funding model, all compliant with relevant state codes and standards. The engagement is expected to commence following contract award, with a performance period that can extend up to six months beyond the initial term, contingent on mutual agreement and funding. The solicitation emphasizes a best-value selection process based on qualifications, relevant experience, proposal quality, past performance, and capacity to deliver within schedule and budget. The contract, with an estimated value potentially approaching or exceeding one million dollars, will be awarded to a qualified consultant team capable of providing detailed technical, financial, and policy recommendations. The agreement incorporates specific contractual clauses related to conflict of interest disclosures, insurance requirements—including substantial liability coverage—and compliance with legal standards such as prevailing wage laws and non-discrimination policies. It also stipulates that the selected firm must disclose any conflicts of interest, adhere to strict insurance and bonding standards, and support City inspections and reviews throughout the project. The contract is structured as a time-and-materials arrangement, with detailed instructions for proposal submission, including a PDF format via email by December 11, 2025, and a clear emphasis on transparency, compliance, and the protection of public interests.