GIS Fiber Data Integration and Utility Network Services
- Client
- West Plains, Missouri
- RFP Number
- GIS-2087
- Posted
- 10/8/2026
- Category
- GIS Services
- Budget
- Looking for Proposals
- NAICS
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- Set-aside
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- Contact
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Description
AI GeneratedThe City of West Plains seeks Statements of Qualifications from qualified USA firms to migrate its existing fiber network GIS data from a Geometric Network environment into the Esri Utility Network framework. The scope covers data review, mapping, validation, migration, integration, system configuration, documentation, and staff training for a complete, non-hosted, turnkey solution, without field data collection or cloud storage. Eligible entities include onshore USA organizations legally capable of conducting business in Missouri that demonstrate required insurance, financial capacity, Esri Utility Network experience, and fiber GIS experience. Municipal or utility experience is preferred. Applicants must submit responses digitally or by mail to Kristopher Bates by October 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Questions are due by 2:00 PM CST on October 5, 2026. Submissions will be evaluated based on Esri Utility Network experience (30%), fiber utility integration experience (25%), technical approach and methodology (20%), key personnel qualifications (15%), and references and past performance (10%). Pricing is not required in the initial proposal, as the buyer will negotiate scope and cost estimates with the highest-ranked firm.
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from RFQ-GIS-Fiber-Integration-and-Utility-Network-Services.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
The City of West Plains is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms to provide professional GIS services for migrating the City's existing fiber network GIS data from a Geometric Network environment into the Esri Utility Network framework. The selected firm will provide a complete, non-hosted, turnkey solution while maintaining data integrity and network connectivity. Qualified, reputable, and experienced GIS consulting firms authorized to conduct business…
- Issued by
- CITY OF WEST PLAINS
- Date Issued
- September 25th, 2026
- Deadline for Questions
- October 5th , 2026 2:00pm CST
- Questions Response Due
- Wed 10/07/26
- Proposals must be Received on or Before
- October 14th , 2026 2:00PM CST
- Submission Deadline listed on Page 8
- Tuesday October 20th , 2026 2:00 PM CST
- Interviews
- Mon 10/26/26 to Fri 10/30/26
- Selection and Award
- Fri 10/30/26
- Notice To Proceed
- Wed 11/04/26
- How to submit
- Mail or electronic email submission
- Submission details
- Mail to Kristopher Bates-Purchasing Agent, City of West Plains, 1910 Holiday Lane, West Plains, MO 65775. Electronic submissions received at [email protected]. Must include Firm Information, Relevant Experience, Project Team, and Project Approach.
- Place of performance
- West Plains, MO / Offsite
- Insurance and bonding
- Appropriate general liability insurance, workers' compensation coverage, and any additional insurance levels required by the City.
How proposals are evaluated
| Esri Utility Network Experience | 30% |
| Fiber Utility Integration Experience | 25% |
| Project Team Qualifications and Certifications | 20% |
| Project Approach and Methodology | 15% |
| References and Past Performance | 10% |
Scope of work
- Review current GIS environment, existing fiber datasets, and Utility Network data model
- Identify gaps, compatibility issues, and migration requirements from Geometric to Utility Network
- Migrate existing fiber GIS assets, connections, asset relationships, and metadata into Esri Utility Network
- Establish attribute mapping rules and create asset group and asset type mappings
- Configure and maintain Utility Network associations and connectivity relationships
- Validate network topology and connectivity post-migration
- Provide quality assurance reports, migration documentation, and system configuration documentation
- Provide administrative training for City staff and conduct project closeout review
Minimum qualifications
- Demonstrated experience providing professional GIS consulting services, including data migration and integration for utility or telecommunications infrastructure
- Documented experience with Esri ArcGIS Enterprise and Utility Network environments with completed project examples
- Carry appropriate general liability insurance, workers' compensation coverage, and City-required insurance levels
- Demonstrable experience in projects migrating utility, fiber optic, broadband, or telecommunications GIS assets into enterprise GIS environments
- Employed personnel with technical expertise, including Esri-certified staff, GIS professionals, database administrators, and Utility Network specialists
- Demonstrate financial responsibility and capacity to complete the project without funding or resource delays
- Legally eligible to conduct business within the State of Missouri
- Ability to provide a non-hosted, turnkey solution preserving City data ownership and control
Documents to include with the bid
- Firm Information
- Description of similar projects completed within the last five years
- Client references
- Project summaries demonstrating Utility Network and fiber GIS experience
- Key personnel roles and resumes
- Relevant certifications and qualifications
- Project Approach detailing understanding, methodology, data migration, quality control, and estimated schedule
- Proof of insurance upon request
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