Maine Connectivity Authority Opportunities
Following is a current list of Request for Proposals or Request for Information documents from the Maine Connectivity Authority. Please click the link to read the details for each request.
Request for Proposals: Communications
Deadline for requests is May 7, 2024
MCA is seeking proposals from qualified, independent consultants, consulting groups, institutions, or firms that can assist the MCA and provide strategic communications, media campaign management, digital media asset development, and media relations. MCA has the opportunity to promote the benefits and impact of connectivity through stories of the people, places, and projects around the state. We are looking for a service provider to coordinate, develop, and manage multiple facets of an integrated communications strategy and plan.
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The anticipated contract term is from July 1, 2024- June 30, 2026, commencing upon full execution of the contract, with MCAdiscretionary right of renewal for an additional one year term on the same terms and conditions. A formal review will be conducted at the 9-month mark (April 2025) to measure performance, update scope as needed, and renew for the second year.
Questions regarding this solicitation, requests for additional information, and proposal submissions should be emailed to info@maineconnectivity.org, ATTN to Jenna Ingram, Communications Manager at kreardon@maineconnectivity.org.
Request for Proposals: Professional Services for Pole Study
Deadline for requests is April 19, 2024
The Maine Connectivity Authority (MCA), in cooperation with the Connect Maine Authority (CME) and the Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC), is seeking technical proposals for professional services study of current State of Maine pole attachment laws and rules and the effects of those laws and rules on broadband expansion through public networks, private networks or public-private partnerships.
The study will include an assessment of the current State of Maine legal and regulatory framework for multi-use pole attachment, a review of best practices for efficient multi-use pole attachment from other jurisdictions, a partner engagement process to solicit input on the current State of Maine framework and potential adjustments to that process to make the process more efficient, as well as a final report.
Questions regarding this solicitation, requests for additional information, and proposal submissions should be emailed to Kiera Reardon, MCA's State Policy & Agency Partnerships Manager at kreardon@maineconnectivity.org.
