Background
Samish was awarded a grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) for the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program.
Biden Administration Awards Nearly $77 Million to Expand Internet Access for Dozens of Tribes | National Telecommunications and Information Administration (ntia.gov)
This project proposes to address the current digital divide by conducting an analysis of internet assets, digital literacy skills, and the availability of broadband equipment and devices for Samish Tribal citizens.
RFQ
Samish is publishing a request for qualifications for a competent contractor that specializes in broadband planning to research and develop a Citizen Broadband Needs Assessment and Inclusivity Plan.
RFQ Timeline
- RFQ Posted 11/4/2022
- Question Period - 11/4/2022 through 11/18/2022
- Submission deadline - 11/28/2022 5pm
- Contract Award Notification 12/1/2022