Fiber Optic Testing and Certification

The contract requires comprehensive bi-directional attenuation testing on all 48 fiber strands, arranged as two sets of 24 strands, to ensure compliance with OFSTP-14 and TIA-526-7 standards. A formal test report must be generated for each strand, documenting attenuation levels and performance metrics. Government oversight is mandated with initial witness testing at 10% of the strands, escalating to 100% witness verification if any failures are detected during the initial phase. The work must be performed in Goulds, Florida, with the full scope governed by federal subcontracting regulations under a Small Business Set-Aside designation. The solicitation is classified under NAICS code 541380 and is open for response until May 26, 2026, with the contract intended for a total small business entity as defined by the SBA.