RFP-Broadband Infrastructure Projects

The Rhode Island Commerce Corporation is issuing a request for proposals to fund the design and construction of broadband infrastructure projects within designated Project Areas across Rhode Island. The projects must adhere to the guidelines set forth by the NTIA’s Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, as well as Rhode Island’s approved initial proposals. Interested proposers are encouraged to review the relevant documents, including the Notice of Funding Opportunity and the NTIA-approved initial proposal volumes, to ensure compliance and alignment with program objectives. The solicitation, identified as RFP-2508, was posted on April 1, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for May 9, 2025. The contract size ranges from five million to twenty million dollars, reflecting the scale and scope of the infrastructure enhancements sought. The project aims to expand broadband access, supporting economic development and digital inclusion throughout Rhode Island. The procurement process is managed by the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, an organization under the state’s SLED (State, Local, Education, and Nonprofit) category, and interested parties can find additional details and submit proposals through the official Rhode Island purchasing website.