City of Ashland RFP for providing DOCSIS 3.1 equipment and installation services

The City of Ashland is seeking proposals from companies interested in providing DOCSIS 3.1 equipment and installation services to upgrade approximately half of its legacy DOCSIS 3.0 nodes. The successful proposer will be required to have a thorough knowledge and understanding of DOCSIS technologies, upgrading DOCSIS 3.0 plants to 3.1, Remote Phy, and node sweeping and balancing. The scope of work includes purchasing and installing new nodes, mini-bridgers, and line extenders, as well as assisting with the configuration of the new equipment and sweeping and balancing the upgraded nodes. • The City is requesting proposals for the purchase and installation of 20 DOCSIS 3.1 high-split Remote PHY Devices (RPD) and associated equipment, including mini-bridgers and line extenders. • The proposer must have experience with DOCSIS 3.1 technology and be able to demonstrate their ability to upgrade the City's existing DOCSIS 3.0 nodes to DOCSIS 3.1. • The proposer must also be able to provide installation services, including the installation of new nodes, mini-bridgers, and line extenders, as well as sweeping and balancing the upgraded nodes. • The City is looking for a proposer who can provide a comprehensive solution that meets its technical requirements and can be completed within the required timeframe. • The proposer must be able to work closely with the City's staff to ensure a smooth transition and minimize disruptions to the City's services.