Dark Fiber Service

The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development, operating through its state research and education network, is seeking dark fiber services in Columbia, Missouri. The agency requires the furnishing and delivery of data transport services to support its academic and research infrastructure. The selected provider must deliver these services offsite to meet the network's connectivity demands. Only organizations based in the United States are eligible to submit proposals for this opportunity. The agency is currently looking for proposals to determine the budget and cost structure for the dark fiber service. Interested parties must submit all questions regarding the procurement no later than June 9, 2026.