NON-INVENTORIED FIBER OPTIC CABLING

TriMet is seeking a qualified vendor to supply Corning ALTOS Loose‑Tube, gel‑free, all‑dielectric, FastAccess fiber‑optic cabling for the telecommunications of signalized‑intersection devices on Line 33. The purchase will be a lump‑sum award covering the full quantity of cable required for the project, with a contract term of 18 months from the effective date. The solicitation is an RFQ (QNF260128LC) with a submission deadline of May 11, 2026. Vendors must be registered in TriMet’s e‑procurement system (TriP$), answer a set of mandatory pre‑award questions, and provide a lowest‑price quote. No public opening of bids will occur. • Item: Corning ALTOS Loose‑Tube, Gel‑Free, All‑Dielectric, FastAccess fiber‑optic cabling (non‑inventoried). • Quantity: Lump‑sum (single line‑item); exact length/quantity to be defined by TriMet. • Contract term: 18 months; delivery schedule not explicitly stated. • Mandatory vendor requirements: registration in TriP$, Oregon business registration, no recent debarment/suspension, authorized reseller of Corning equipment, willingness to participate in inter‑governmental cooperative purchasing. • Evaluation: Lowest responsive, responsible bidder after mandatory questionnaire compliance.