Professional Engineering for Design, Engineering, and Project Management for a Broadband Network

For professional design, engineering, and consulting services for a Broadband Fiber Optic Network capable of providing internet to the premises within the USDA ReConnect Proposed Funded Service Areas (PFSAs) and Non-Funded Service Areas (NFSAs) in the County. The PE Firm will be required to perform all work (the “Work”) described herein, which includes specifying network architecture and technology, identifying permitting requirements, designing optimal fiber routes, surveying utility poles, overseeing the pole and conduit licensing process, overseeing utility pole “make ready” work (performed by National Grid or NYSEG or other utility/ telecom, depending on pole ownership), preparing the construction bid package, specifying testing procedures, performing construction quality assurance/quality control, developing detailed project budgets, coordination of and documentation of as-built records, and any other functions that may be needed to ensure successful construction and operation of a fiber optic broadband network in the County in compliance with the standards and requirements under the USDA/RUS contract. RUS (Rural Utility Service) is an agency within the USDA that provides infrastructure or infrastructure improvements to rural communities.