2025025 - BCNET RFP Optical Transport Network Equipment

The Optical Transport Network (OTN) RFP project seeks to identify and select a qualified supplier to provide scalable, secure, and cost-effective optical transport network solutions for BCNET and its member institutions. This initiative focuses on enhancing network infrastructure to support academic and research needs across British Columbia, with an emphasis on scalability, security, and data privacy. The RFP evaluates suppliers based on their technical capabilities, compliance with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies, cost containment strategies, and customer support services. The project also incorporates a focus on sustainability and collaboration, aiming to deliver a high-performance, future-proof network infrastructure that meets the evolving demands of higher education institutions.