Consolidated Borough of Quil Ceda Village

RFP for Tulalip Tribes Fiber to the Premise Project

Project No. SN2026-001

Project Manager:

Michael Handy
Telecom Director
mhandy@salishnetworks.com

Project Description:

This RFP invites telecom engineering and construction companies to submit qualifications and design concepts for the first phase of the selection process, along with a project budget and price proposal for the proposed design concept. Interviews may be conducted with Finalists to review the Team’s qualifications, concepts, and budget. Our intent is to select the winning team based on a “best value” and “best qualified” assessment.

Teams must have an established record of performance in the delivery of Fiber to the Premise Build Projects on similar scaled projects and demonstrate commitment to the successful completion of the project. Lead firms are encouraged to assemble a full team of sub-consultants sufficient to provide expertise required for the successful completion of the project.

The project is located on the Tulalip Indian Reservation.

Open Date:
Monday, January 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM PST

Vendor Questions:
Monday, January 19, 2026 due by 2:00 PM PST

Close Date:
Friday, January 30, 2026 due by 2:00 PM PST

Notification of Short-List (Finalist for interview):
Monday, February 9, 2026 due by 2:00 PM PST

Tentative Week for Interviews:
Monday, February 16, 2026 due by 2:00 PM PST

Notice of Intent to Award:
Friday, February 27, 2026 due by 2:00 PM PST

All proposals and questions are submitted in writing (via email) to:

Michael Handy, Telecom Director
Email: mhandy@salishnetworks.com