Premise Distribution System

Master Agreement MA260000006248 is a multi-award contract issued by the State of Alabama Department of Finance for the design, installation, and maintenance of telecommunications Premise Distribution Systems. Available to state agencies, local governments, schools, and universities, the scope covers inside and outside plant fiber optic and twisted pair systems, including both material and labor. The agreement specifically excludes cloud-based solutions and services provided under Alabama Network Transport Services contracts. The contract period begins on February 27, 2026, and ends on February 26, 2027, with awards granted to up to five responsible bidders based on the lowest responsive bid summary total. Technical requirements mandate that all installations meet TIA/EIA, ISO/IEC, and other industry standards, with a minimum ten-year warranty required for new SCS installations. Suppliers must provide detailed pre-construction drawings and as-built documentation in CAD or Visio format. The contract includes strict identification and marking requirements for all components, such as MDFs and cable plants, and requires all materials to be shipped FOB Destination. Awarded suppliers are subject to a 2.0 percent administrative fee on all sales, remitted quarterly, and must accept various electronic payment methods. Acceptance of work is contingent upon State testing and written verification, with a ten-business-day window for suppliers to correct any identified nonconformities.