Field Verification and Technical Testing

The contract seeks qualified vendors to perform on-site inspections and technical testing at broadband deployment sites across California to ensure compliance with BEAD program standards. Tasks include verifying the physical infrastructure build-out, monitoring deployment progress, and evaluating network performance metrics to confirm that installations meet technical and regulatory requirements for federal broadband funding. This subcontract is targeted at firms with expertise in telecommunications field verification, network diagnostics, and regulatory compliance within the context of expanded high-speed internet expansion initiatives. The opportunity is posted under NAICS code 541330 for engineering services and is managed by the California Public Utilities Commission with a response deadline of September 2, 2026. While the exact locations for performance have not been specified, work will occur throughout the state wherever broadband infrastructure is being deployed under the BEAD program. Vendors must be prepared to conduct fieldwork, collect precise technical data, and deliver documented verification reports that support state and federal accountability measures for broadband rollout.