Sefs Iru Dark Fiber - Zeke Giorgi - Stratus
Key Dates
Due Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
Doit - Department of Innovation and Technology
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
26-448DOIT-TELEC-B-52504
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Classification Code
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Additional Details
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The Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) has issued a notice of intent to award a contract for IRU (Indefeasible Right of Use) Dark Fiber services, specifically for the Zeke Giorgi North and South locations, to Stratus Networks, Inc. This procurement activity is designed to secure long-term access to dark fiber infrastructure, which is critical for supporting the State’s data transmission and connectivity needs across designated facilities in Illinois.
The scope of this contract encompasses the provision of IRU dark fiber, which will enable DoIT to maintain robust, scalable, and secure telecommunications capabilities. The intended outcome is to ensure reliable, high-capacity network infrastructure that supports current and future technology initiatives for state operations. The procurement is structured as a sole source award, with Stratus Networks, Inc. identified as the only economically feasible provider for these specific fiber routes. This determination is based on unique service requirements and network topology that cannot be met by alternative vendors.
Key requirements for this engagement include the delivery and ongoing availability of dark fiber assets between the specified Zeke Giorgi North and South endpoints. The expected deliverables focus on the provision of IRU rights, which grant DoIT exclusive, long-term usage of the fiber strands, ensuring uninterrupted service and operational control. Contractors should note that the technical and geographic specificity of the routes is central to the procurement, and the contract is not open to general competition unless a viable alternative is presented.
The contracting entity is the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology, a state-level agency responsible for managing and advancing the State’s IT infrastructure. The place of performance is within Illinois, and all services must comply with applicable state regulations and standards. The procurement is classified under telecommunications infrastructure, with no set-aside requirements or special considerations indicated in the notice.
Interested parties who believe they can provide a comparable solution are invited to submit written comments or request a public hearing by May 23, 2026, at 4 p.m. Absent such submissions, the hearing will be canceled, and the contract will proceed as a sole source award. Additional details and supporting documents are available through the Illinois BidBuy portal, with the official notice and attachments accessible at the provided URLs.
This opportunity is best suited for contractors with established expertise in dark fiber provisioning and a demonstrated ability to meet the specific technical and geographic requirements outlined by DoIT. The contract’s core elements—long-term IRU rights, dedicated fiber routes, and compliance with state IT standards—will remain constant throughout the contract lifecycle.