The Owner is seeking proposals for high-speed data services at 1GB, or higher. The successful Respondent will include in their bid price, at a minimum, the following: 1. The cost to provide the same quantity, speed, function, and services as the Owner’s existing services, or equivalent. 2. The cost to retain and/or port all the Owner’s existing data circuits, or equivalent. 3. The cost of all one-time connection and/or installation fees as necessary by the Respondent to provide their proposed service. In E-Rate, special construction refers to upfront, non-recurring costs associated with the installation of new fiber to or between eligible entities. If no new fiber is installed, then any installation costs are considered standard non-recurring costs (NRC). Applicant may seek funding for special construction charges relating to leased lit fiber, leased dark fiber, and self-provisioned fiber. Special construction charges eligible for Category One support consist of three components: • Construction of network facilities • Design and Engineering • Project Management
