RFQ033372 - Cabling Hardware and Services UTC

The City of Columbus Department of Technology is seeking a vendor to supply new, OEM‑grade inside‑plant cabling hardware (voice, data, video) and associated installation, maintenance, and warranty services on a Universal Term Contract (UTC) basis. The contract will run through November 1 2029 (with a possible one‑year extension) and is limited to inside‑plant work, not major construction. Vendors must provide certified personnel (RCDD, BICSI‑certified foremen/technicians), maintain required insurance, and furnish at least four references from similar projects. The contract value is modest (~$50 k per year, up to $100 k) and will be awarded via an IFB process. • Provide new OEM cabling hardware (Category 5e, Cat 6/6A, fiber optics, connectors, panels, etc.) and related installation services. • Must meet extensive industry standards (TIA/EIA, IEEE, ASTM, UL, FCC, NEMA‑250) and offer a minimum 12‑month manufacturer warranty with 10‑day repair turnaround. • Require at least one certified RCDD, BICSI‑certified foreman, and BICSI‑certified technicians on staff; subcontractors allowed if properly registered. • Submission deadline is August 20 2026; questions due by August 6 2026.