DWDM Upgrade

The City of Thornton is seeking competitive sealed bids to purchase dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) optical transport equipment to replace its existing CWDM backbone. The solicitation includes a detailed pricing form for nine hardware items, with firm‑fixed unit prices required for fiscal years 2026‑2029. The award will be a multi‑year contract (through Dec 31 2029) with deliveries required within 30 days of purchase order issuance. Bidders must submit a completed pricing form, W‑9, and required certifications. • Scope: supply of DWDM rack‑mount units, dual‑LGX modules, chassis, tunable SFP+ transceivers, media converters, and rack‑mount brackets. • Delivery: FOB destination to City IT office, 30‑day delivery window, net‑30 payment terms. • Evaluation: lowest‑priced responsible bidder, with consideration for local‑vendor discount (up to 5 % or $20 k).