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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

BEAD Program — Broadband Infrastructure Expansion

Lafayette County, Arkansas

XGS-PON Outside Plant Addition Build

18 Service Locations

Issuing Organization:	Premier Broadband
Award Type:	BEAD Program Grant
CO Location:	301 S Main Street, Nashville, AR 71852
Project County:	Lafayette County, Arkansas
Project Area:	Lafayette County, AR
Technology:	XGS-PON (ITU-T G.9807.1)
Total Locations:	18 Service Locations
Build Type:	Addition Build to Existing Outside Plant
Contract Build Period:	24 Months from Notice to Proceed (NTP)
RFP Issue Date:	June 4, 2026
Proposal Due Date:	July 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST
Contract Award Target:	August 1, 2026
Project Owner:	Scott Sims
Project Owner Contact:	[email protected]

All inquiries and proposals must be submitted to: [email protected]

Introduction and Project Overview 3
Scope of Work 4

2.1 Engineering 4

2.2 Permitting 5

2.3 Construction / Build 5

2.4 As-Built Documentation 6

2.5 GIS Handover (ArcGIS) 6

Technical Requirements 7

3.1 Network Architecture 7

3.2 XGS-PON System Specifications 7

3.3 Outside Plant Standards 8

Project Location & Infrastructure Details 8
Deliverables Summary 9
Proposal Requirements 10
Evaluation Criteria 11
Schedule & Milestones 11
Terms, Conditions & Compliance 12
Submission Instructions 13

1. Introduction and Project Overview

This Request for Proposal (RFP) solicits qualified contractors to provide comprehensive broadband infrastructure deployment services under the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program for Lafayette County, Arkansas. This project targets unserved and underserved locations within Lafayette County.

The project owner is seeking a turnkey contractor capable of performing all phases of work from engineering through final GIS handover, ensuring a fully operational XGS-PON fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) network serving 18 identified locations connected to the Central Office (CO) located at 301 S Main Street, Nashville, AR 71852.

1.1 Program Background

The BEAD Program, established under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), provides funding to expand high-speed internet access to unserved and underserved locations. This project is funded through Arkansas’ BEAD allocation administered by the Arkansas Department of Commerce – Division of Science and Technology (DST). All work must comply with applicable BEAD Program requirements, federal grant conditions, and state procurement regulations.

1.2 Project Summary

Owner Entity:	Premier Broadband
Project Owner:	Scott Sims — [email protected]
Award Type:	BEAD Program Grant
Project Name:	BEAD Lafayette County AR — OSP Expansion
Technology Type:	XGS-PON (10G-PON) Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)
Central Office:	301 S Main Street, Nashville, AR 71852
Service Locations:	18 total locations within Lafayette County, AR
Build Type:	Addition build to existing outside plant infrastructure
Funding Source:	BEAD Program — Federal / Arkansas DST
Project Type:	Unserved / Underserved Location Deployment

1.3 Project Objectives

Deploy XGS-PON FTTP infrastructure to 18 locations within Lafayette County, AR
Integrate addition build into existing outside plant infrastructure at 301 S Main Street CO
Deliver complete engineering, permitting, construction, as-built, and GIS deliverables
Ensure compliance with BEAD Program requirements, federal, state, and local regulations
Provide a fully operational network ready for subscriber provisioning upon project completion

2. Scope of Work

The selected contractor shall be responsible for all aspects of the project, including but not limited to the following five (5) major work areas:

2.1 Engineering

2.1.1 Pre-Engineering Survey

Conduct field walkout and site survey of all 18 service locations within Lafayette County, AR
Document existing outside plant infrastructure including aerial, underground, and conduit assets
Identify and document all pole attachments, underground crossings, and easement requirements
Assess CO at 301 S Main Street for OLT placement, power, space, and backhaul capacity
Identify make-ready requirements and any infrastructure upgrade needs

2.1.2 Network Design

Develop complete fiber network design including splitter architecture and PON layout
Design feeder, distribution, and drop cable routes for all 18 locations
Perform optical loss budget calculations for all PON segments (XGS-PON ITU-T G.9807.1)
Design OLT rack layout and CO equipment configuration at 301 S Main Street
Produce splice diagrams, reel maps, and fiber assignment documentation
Prepare permit drawings, construction drawings, and staking sheets
All engineering deliverables shall be stamped by a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) registered in the State of Arkansas where required

2.1.3 Engineering Deliverables

Route survey report and field notes
PE-stamped construction drawings (electronic PDF and editable CAD/DWG format)
Fiber assignment and splitter matrix documentation
Optical budget calculations for all PON splits
Make-ready assessment and cost estimate
BOQ / Bill of Materials (BOM) for all materials

2.2 Permitting

2.2.1 Permit Scope

Obtain all required local, state, and federal permits prior to construction commencement
Lafayette County right-of-way (ROW) permits for all work within the county
Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) permits for any highway crossings
Utility company pole attachment licenses (AT&T, SWEPCO, or applicable entities)
Railroad crossing permits if applicable
Private easement acquisition coordination (owner responsible for final execution)
NEPA / environmental compliance documentation as required by BEAD Program

2.2.2 Permitting Responsibilities

Contractor shall prepare and submit all permit applications and supporting documentation
Contractor shall track permit status and manage agency correspondence
Contractor shall provide copies of all approved permits to project owner prior to construction
Contractor shall ensure compliance with all permit conditions throughout construction

2.3 Construction / Build

2.3.1 Outside Plant Construction

Aerial lashing of ADSS or figure-8 fiber cable on existing utility poles as designed
Underground directional bore or trenching as specified in design documents
Installation of conduit, innerduct, handholes, and junction boxes per design
Fiber drop installation to all 18 service locations (aerial and/or underground as applicable)
Installation of network interface devices (NIDs) or optical network terminals (ONTs) at premises
All work shall comply with NESC, NEC, and applicable local codes

2.3.2 CO Equipment and Inside Plant

Install XGS-PON OLT equipment at 301 S Main Street CO per approved design
Install OLT chassis, line cards, and all associated equipment per manufacturer specifications
Install and terminate feeder fiber from OLT to outside plant demarcation point
Install fiber distribution frames (FDF), patch panels, and splitter housings as required
Complete all power, grounding, and bonding per TELCORDIA / TIA standards
Label all equipment, cables, and ports per project labeling standard

2.3.3 Splicing and Testing

All fusion splices shall meet or exceed a loss of 0.10 dB per splice
OTDR testing of all fiber segments from OLT to each premises location
End-to-end optical loss testing using calibrated optical power meter
All test results shall be documented and submitted as part of as-built package
Any fiber exceeding optical budget shall be remediated at contractor’s expense

2.4 As-Built Documentation

Contractor shall produce complete and accurate as-built documentation reflecting actual field conditions upon project completion
As-built drawings shall be updated versions of construction drawings showing all field changes
As-built package shall include: route drawings, splice diagrams, reel maps, OTDR traces, power meter test results, equipment serial numbers and port assignments
All as-built drawings shall be provided in both PDF format and editable CAD/DWG format
As-built documents shall identify each of the 18 service locations with their respective fiber assignment, splice point, and ONT port mapping
Splitter assignments and PON port-to-location mapping table shall be included
CO equipment as-built including rack elevations, port assignments, and cable routing
As-builts shall be delivered within thirty (30) calendar days of construction completion

2.5 GIS Handover (ArcGIS)

2.5.1 GIS Data Requirements

Contractor shall deliver all network infrastructure data in Esri ArcGIS-compatible format
All features shall be captured using GPS-grade equipment (sub-meter accuracy minimum; survey-grade preferred)
Coordinate system: NAD83 / Arkansas State Plane South (FIPS 0302) or as specified by project owner
Deliverable formats: Esri File Geodatabase (.gdb) and Shapefile (.shp) with associated .prj, .dbf files

2.5.2 GIS Feature Classes Required

Fiber cables (feeder, distribution, drop) with cable type, strand count, sheath type, and length attributes
Splice points / splice enclosures with fiber assignment tables
Poles (new and existing) with pole number, owner, and attachment attributes
Conduit and innerduct segments with type, size, and occupancy
Handholes and vaults with type, size, and depth attributes
Splitter housings with split ratio and PON port assignments
ONT / NID locations at each of the 18 premises with service address and port assignment
CO equipment footprint and OLT port mapping
All 18 service location addresses with geocoded coordinates (NAD83)

2.5.3 GIS Attribute Standards

All features shall include: OBJECTID, GLOBALID, ASSETID, INSTALLDATE, OWNER, STATUS, COMMENTS fields at minimum
Address attributes shall conform to USPS addressing standards
All fiber cable attributes shall include: CABLEID, FIBERCOUNT, CABLETYPE, MANUFACTURER, INSTALLDATE
Contractor shall deliver complete data dictionary / metadata documentation for all feature classes
GIS data shall pass quality assurance review; contractor shall remediate any QA deficiencies at no additional cost

3. Technical Requirements

3.1 Network Architecture

FTTP (Fiber to the Premises) architecture utilizing XGS-PON technology
Point-to-multipoint passive optical network (PON) architecture
Maximum optical distribution network (ODN) loss budget shall not exceed 29 dB (Class N2)
Split ratios shall not exceed 1:32 unless otherwise approved in writing by project owner
Network shall support symmetric 10 Gbps service to each premises location

3.2 XGS-PON System Specifications

Technical Parameter	Requirement
Standard	ITU-T G.9807.1 (XGS-PON)
Downstream Wavelength	1577 nm
Upstream Wavelength	1270 nm
Line Rate (DS/US)	10 Gbps / 10 Gbps symmetric
OLT Platform	Carrier-grade; GPON/XGS-PON combo card preferred
ONT Standards	TR-069/TR-181 or OMCI management; WiFi 6 capable preferred
ODN Class	N1 or N2 (max 29 dB loss budget)
Maximum Split Ratio	1:32 per PON port
Fiber Type	ITU-T G.652.D (SMF) or G.657.A2 for drop cables
Connector Type	APC (SC/APC or LC/APC)
Splice Loss (max)	0.10 dB per fusion splice
Connector Loss (max)	0.30 dB per mated pair

3.3 Outside Plant Standards

All OSP construction shall comply with NESC (National Electrical Safety Code) latest edition
Aerial construction on existing poles shall comply with AT&T Network Construction Standards or applicable NESC clearance requirements
Underground construction shall comply with applicable state and local codes and permit conditions
All splice enclosures and closures shall be rated for direct burial or aerial use as applicable
Fiber cables shall be all-dielectric (ADSS) for aerial applications or armored as appropriate for underground
Minimum bend radius requirements shall be maintained per manufacturer specifications at all times

4. Project Location & Infrastructure Details

Central Office (CO):	301 S Main Street, Nashville, AR 71852
County:	Lafayette County, Arkansas
Project Area:	Lafayette County, AR
Total Service Locations:	18 (unserved / underserved BEAD-eligible locations)
Build Type:	Addition build to existing outside plant
Existing Infrastructure:	Existing OSP assets at CO; contractor to field-verify all existing plant
Terrain:	Flat to gently rolling; typical small-city utility infrastructure
Overhead Utility:	Existing utility poles (contact City of Nashville and SWEPCO for pole records)

The contractor is responsible for independently verifying all field conditions. Proposers are strongly encouraged to conduct a field walkout of the project area prior to submitting a proposal. All work is located within Lafayette County, Arkansas. Contractors must verify all applicable county and municipal ordinances, ROW restrictions, and required contacts prior to submission.

4.1 Service Location List

The following 18 BEAD-eligible service locations are included in this project. Locations are identified as Unserved or Underserved per BEAD Program eligibility determinations. Coordinates are provided in decimal degrees (NAD83) for reference. The contractor shall field-verify all addresses prior to and during the engineering phase.

#	Address	Fabric ID	Status	Latitude	Longitude	Zip
1	1179 HIGHWAY 82 BLDG 2	1090521998	Unserved	33.364132	-93.515134	71860
2	113 LAFAYETTE 28 BLDG 2	1090520043	Unserved	33.376221	-93.512323	71860
3	665 W ANTIGO ST	1412689234	Unserved	33.365802	-93.511902	71860
4	1166 HIGHWAY 82 BLDG 2	1090518550	Unserved	33.367661	-93.513567	71860
5	715 W ANTIGO ST	1090520132	Unserved	33.367758	-93.514184	71860
6	763 W ANTIGO ST	1090520130	Unserved	33.367788	-93.514462	71860
7	16 RAILROAD ST	1090522023	Unserved	33.360097	-93.517268	71860
8	1122 HIGHWAY 82	1090520040	Unserved	33.367722	-93.511741	71860
9	1332 W ANTIGO ST	1090520503	Unserved	33.365957	-93.527529	71860
10	1033 OAK GROVE RD	1090522133	Underserved	33.349102	-93.482573	71860
11	741 W ANTIGO ST	1090520131	Unserved	33.367786	-93.514328	71860
12	1420 WALKER ST	1090522219	Underserved	33.346980	-93.486495	71860
13	1033 OAK GROVE RD BLDG 2	1090522132	Unserved	33.348887	-93.482312	71860
14	28 LAFAYETTE DR	1090520048	Unserved	33.373608	-93.511402	71860
15	1179 HIGHWAY 82	1090522024	Unserved	33.360532	-93.515651	71860
16	789 W ANTIGO ST	1090520129	Unserved	33.367802	-93.514651	71860
17	1707 E FIRST ST, LEWISVILLE		Unserved	33.358356	-93.556854	71845
18	685 W ANTIGO ST	1090520001	Unserved	33.367707	-93.513989	71860

5. Deliverables Summary

#	Deliverable	Format	Milestone
1	Pre-engineering survey report	PDF	30 days post-NTP
2	PE-stamped construction drawings	PDF + DWG/CAD	Prior to permit submission
3	Permit applications (all jurisdictions)	Per agency	Per schedule
4	Approved permits (copies)	PDF	Prior to construction
5	Make-ready completion documentation	PDF	Prior to fiber install
6	CO equipment installation documentation	PDF + Photos	CO work complete
7	OSP construction completion report	PDF + Photos	Field construction complete
8	OTDR test results (all fibers)	SOR files + PDF	Prior to acceptance
9	Optical power meter test results	PDF spreadsheet	Prior to acceptance
10	As-built drawings (all 18 locations)	PDF + DWG/CAD	30 days post-construction
11	Splice documentation / fiber assignment tables	PDF + Excel	30 days post-construction
12	ArcGIS File Geodatabase (.gdb)	Esri .gdb	30 days post-construction
13	ArcGIS Shapefiles (.shp)	Esri .shp set	30 days post-construction
14	GIS metadata / data dictionary	PDF + XLSX	With GIS handover
15	Service location port-mapping table (18 locations)	XLSX + PDF	With as-built package
16	Project closeout report	PDF	Final acceptance

6. Proposal Requirements

Proposals shall be organized into the following sections and submitted in the order listed below:

6.1 Cover Letter

Company name, address, primary contact, phone, and email
Statement of interest and confirmation of ability to meet all requirements
Signature of authorized company representative

6.2 Company Qualifications

Company history, years in operation, and relevant FTTP / XGS-PON project experience
Minimum three (3) references for comparable FTTP / fiber OSP projects completed within the past five (5) years (project name, owner contact, location, scope summary, contract value)
List of current licenses: Arkansas contractor’s license number, electrical license if applicable, and any required specialty licenses
Evidence of Arkansas PE on staff or sub-consultant agreement for engineering stamp
Organizational chart identifying key project personnel and their qualifications

6.3 Technical Approach

Narrative description of proposed construction methodology for aerial and underground OSP
Proposed OLT platform and ONT equipment (manufacturer, model, specifications)
Proposed fiber cable types and manufacturers for feeder, distribution, and drop
Quality control and testing plan (splicing QC, OTDR testing protocol)
GIS data collection methodology and tools (GPS equipment, data accuracy methods)
Make-ready and pole attachment coordination approach

6.4 Project Schedule

Detailed Gantt chart or CPM schedule from Notice to Proceed (NTP) through final GIS handover, fitting within the 24-month build period
Schedule must include all five (5) scope areas and clearly show Phase 1 (Engineering/Permitting/Make-Ready, Months 1–12) and Phase 2 (Construction/Testing/Closeout, Months 13–24) milestones
Identify schedule dependencies and critical path
Indicate anticipated crew sizes and equipment resources

6.5 Cost Proposal

Lump sum pricing for each of the five (5) scope areas: Engineering, Permitting, Build, As-Built, and GIS Handover
Breakdown of unit prices: aerial cable ($/ft), underground bore ($/ft), trench ($/ft), drop installation ($/drop), ONT installation ($/location), splicing ($/splice), testing ($/fiber mile)
List of all material allowances and exclusions
Cost proposal shall be provided in a sealed envelope or clearly marked separate file if submitted electronically

6.6 Insurance and Bonding

Certificate of insurance meeting minimum requirements listed in Section 9
Confirmation of ability to provide performance and payment bonds if required

6.7 BEAD Program Compliance Acknowledgments

Signed acknowledgment of Buy America / Build America (BABA) requirements
Signed acknowledgment of Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements if applicable
Confirmation of compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations

7. Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated on the following weighted criteria:

Evaluation Criterion	Weight	Max Points
Technical Qualifications & Relevant Experience	30%	30
Technical Approach & Methodology	20%	20
Project Schedule & Demonstrated Capacity	15%	15
Cost Proposal	25%	25
BEAD Compliance & Certifications	10%	10
TOTAL	100%	100

The project owner reserves the right to request oral presentations or clarifications from any proposer and to reject any or all proposals. Lowest cost alone will not be the sole determining factor in contractor selection.

8. Schedule & Milestones

The total authorized build period for this project is twenty-four (24) months from Notice to Proceed (NTP). The project is structured in two (2) phases. Proposers must submit a schedule demonstrating the ability to achieve all milestones within this 24-month window.

8.1 Procurement & Pre-Construction Milestones

Milestone / Activity	Target Date	Responsible Party
RFP Issued	June 4, 2026	Project Owner
Pre-Proposal Site Visit (Optional but Recommended)	June 18, 2026	All Proposers
Questions Due from Proposers	June 20, 2026	Proposers
Answers / Addenda Issued	June 27, 2026	Project Owner
Proposals Due	July 4, 2026	Proposers
Evaluation Period	July 7 – July 25, 2026	Project Owner
Contract Award / Notice of Intent	August 1, 2026	Project Owner
Contract Execution	August 15, 2026	Both Parties
Notice to Proceed (NTP) — 24-Month Clock Starts	September 1, 2026	Project Owner

8.2 Phase 1 — Engineering, Permitting & Make-Ready (Months 1–12)

Phase 1 Milestone	Target (from NTP)	Responsible Party
Pre-Engineering Field Survey Complete	NTP + 30 days	Contractor
PE-Stamped Construction Drawings Submitted for Review	NTP + 60 days	Contractor
Owner Review & Drawing Approval	NTP + 75 days	Project Owner
All Permit Applications Submitted	NTP + 90 days	Contractor
Pole Attachment / Make-Ready Applications Filed	NTP + 90 days	Contractor
All Permits Approved (estimated)	NTP + 5–6 months (est.)	Contractor
Make-Ready Work Complete	NTP + 9 months (est.)	Contractor
CO Equipment Procurement & Delivery Confirmed	NTP + 6 months	Contractor
CO Inside Plant Work Complete (OLT, FDF, power)	NTP + 10 months	Contractor
Phase 1 Complete — Ready for OSP Construction	NTP + 12 months	Contractor

8.3 Phase 2 — OSP Construction, Testing & Closeout (Months 13–24)

Phase 2 Milestone	Target (from NTP)	Responsible Party
OSP Fiber Construction Start	NTP + 12 months	Contractor
Feeder & Distribution Cable Plant Complete	NTP + 17 months	Contractor
All 18 Drop Installations Complete	NTP + 20 months	Contractor
All 18 ONT / NID Installations Complete	NTP + 21 months	Contractor
OTDR & Optical Power Meter Testing Complete (all locations)	NTP + 22 months	Contractor
Owner Acceptance Testing & Walk-Through	NTP + 22–23 months	Contractor / Owner
As-Built Documentation Delivered (all 18 locations)	NTP + 23 months	Contractor
ArcGIS GIS Handover Package Delivered	NTP + 23 months	Contractor
Punch List Remediation Complete	NTP + 23.5 months	Contractor
Final Project Closeout & Owner Acceptance	NTP + 24 months (MAX)	Both Parties

8.4 Schedule Notes & Requirements

The total contract period of performance shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months from Notice to Proceed (NTP)
Proposers shall submit a detailed Gantt chart or CPM schedule demonstrating the ability to complete all scope within the 24-month build period
Contractor shall submit monthly written progress reports to the project owner throughout the build period
Permit approval timelines are estimates; contractor is responsible for proactive permit tracking and shall not use permit delays as justification for overrun beyond NTP + 24 months without written change order approval
Contractor shall notify project owner in writing within five (5) business days of any condition that may cause a schedule delay
BEAD Program grant performance requirements are tied to this project timeline; schedule compliance is a material contract obligation
Project owner reserves the right to assess liquidated damages for failure to achieve Substantial Completion by NTP + 24 months per the executed contract

Final project schedule will be negotiated and agreed upon at contract execution. Project owner reserves the right to adjust phase boundaries by mutual written agreement.

9. Terms, Conditions & Compliance

9.1 Licensing & Certifications

Contractor must hold a valid Arkansas contractor’s license for the appropriate class of work throughout the project
All field personnel performing electrical work must hold applicable Arkansas electrical licenses
An Arkansas-licensed Professional Engineer (PE) must stamp all engineering drawings requiring a PE stamp

9.2 Insurance Requirements

Commercial General Liability: minimum $2,000,000 per occurrence / $4,000,000 aggregate
Commercial Auto Liability: minimum $1,000,000 combined single limit
Workers’ Compensation: statutory limits per Arkansas law
Employer’s Liability: minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence
Umbrella / Excess Liability: minimum $5,000,000
Professional Liability (E&O): minimum $1,000,000 (for engineering scope)
Project owner shall be named as Additional Insured on all applicable policies

9.3 BEAD Program Requirements

Buy America / Build America (BABA): Contractor must comply with all applicable BABA requirements for iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials
Davis-Bacon Act: Contractor and all subcontractors must pay prevailing wage rates as published by the U.S. Department of Labor for Lafayette County, Arkansas if applicable under BEAD Program conditions
Equal Opportunity: Contractor must comply with Executive Order 11246 and all applicable equal employment opportunity laws
Contractor must maintain records sufficient to demonstrate compliance with all BEAD Program requirements and make such records available for audit upon request
Subcontracting: Contractor shall notify project owner of all subcontractors and obtain written approval prior to subcontractor performance of work

9.4 Environmental & Cultural Resource Compliance

Contractor must comply with all NEPA requirements applicable to BEAD-funded construction
Any suspected cultural or archaeological resources discovered during construction must be reported immediately to project owner and applicable authorities
Contractor shall obtain all required environmental permits including NPDES stormwater permits for disturbed areas exceeding applicable thresholds

9.5 General Contract Conditions

Contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arkansas
Project owner reserves the right to issue change orders for additional scope
Payment terms and conditions will be specified in the final contract agreement
Contractor shall maintain all required records for a minimum of seven (7) years post-project completion in accordance with BEAD Program requirements

10. Submission Instructions

10.1 Submission Deadline

5:00 PM CST, July 4, 2026

Late proposals will not be accepted under any circumstances.

10.2 Submission Method

Proposals may be submitted electronically via email to: [email protected]
Subject line shall read: “BEAD RFP — Lafayette County AR — [COMPANY NAME]”
Electronic submissions shall be in PDF format; cost proposal may be submitted as a separate PDF attachment
Maximum file size: 25 MB per email; contact project owner for large file transfer options
Paper submissions: submit one (1) original and two (2) copies to: 301 S Main Street, Nashville, AR 71852 — Attn: Scott Sims

10.3 Questions & Addenda

All questions must be submitted in writing to: [email protected]
Questions are due no later than: June 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST
Questions and answers will be issued to all registered proposers via written addendum
Only written responses from the project owner constitute official interpretations of this RFP
Proposers must acknowledge receipt of all addenda in their proposal submission

10.4 Pre-Proposal Site Visit

An optional pre-proposal site visit will be held on: June 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM CST
Meet at: 301 S Main Street, Nashville, AR 71852
Proposers are strongly encouraged to attend; this is the only scheduled opportunity for joint site access
RSVP to: [email protected] by June 13, 2026 to confirm attendance

10.5 Proposal Validity

Proposals shall remain valid and binding for a period of ninety (90) calendar days from the proposal due date.

10.6 Right to Reject

The project owner reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive technical irregularities, and to accept the proposal deemed most advantageous to the project owner. This RFP does not commit the project owner to award a contract, to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of a proposal, or to procure or contract for services.

Issued By:

Issuing Organization:	Premier Broadband
Project Owner:	Scott Sims
Address:	301 S Main Street, Nashville, AR 71852
Email:	[email protected]
Award Type:	BEAD Program Grant
RFP Issue Date:	June 4, 2026
RFP Reference #:	BEAD-HWD-2026-001

END OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

BEAD Program — Lafayette County, Arkansas

To apply for this job email your details to ssims@premierbroadband.com

Lafayette County, Arkansas – FTTH Engineering, Permitting, Design & Deployment (BEAD)

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