August 13, 2026 10:11 am
CRIT Nation, Parker, AZ
August 13, 2026 10:11 am
CRIT Nation, Parker, AZ

The Colorado River Indian Tribes is now accepting proposals from qualified contractors for the CPUC Broadband Deployment Phase III project. This project will expand high-speed fiber optic broadband infrastructure to the Parker Dam area, helping bring reliable internet access to more homes and strengthening connectivity for our communities.

The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing, installing, splicing, and testing outside plant fiber optic infrastructure in accordance with project plans and specifications while meeting all applicable Tribal, state, and federal requirements.

Proposal Due Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM (Arizona Time)

Qualified contractors are encouraged to review the complete Request for Proposals, project specifications, bid sheet, and construction plans before submitting a proposal. Together, we continue building the infrastructure that will support future generations through expanded broadband access and economic opportunity.

CRIT_CPUC_Phase 3 Vendor Bid Sheet_06.11.2026
CRIT_CPUC_Phase 3 Project Specifications_06.11.2026
CRIT CPUC Phase III RFP_08.10.2026
CRIT_CPUC_Phase 3_Construction Plans_06.11.2026

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) ADDENDUM 1 – AVAILABLE NOW

The Colorado River Indian Tribes has released Addendum No. 1 for the ABDG Broadband Deployment – Construction of Outside Plant Fiber Optic Infrastructure Request for Proposals. This addendum includes responses to questions from the pre-bid meeting, project clarifications, and important updates for prospective bidders. 

Important Update:
Bid Opening Location: BlueWater Resort & Casino – Navajo Room
Bid Opening Date: August 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.

Bidders who have already submitted proposals may either resubmit their bid or provide a cover letter acknowledging Addendum No. 1 and confirming that their original proposal remains valid. Click the link below.
Final CRIT ACA RFP_Addendum 1_07.14.26 (002)

The Colorado River Indian Tribes are seeking qualified and experienced contractors to provide drain clearing and mechanical vegetation management services for designated feeder drains within the Colorado River Irrigation Project near Parker and Poston, Arizona. The work includes removing debris, sediment, tules, submerged vegetation, and other obstructions to improve drainage and support the continued operation of the irrigation system. Proposals are due no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 7, 2026. The RFP also includes a feeder drain cross-section and project map identifying the drain locations included in the 2026 RFP.

Click the link below for the RFP
7-1-2026 Final Request for Proposals Feeder Drain Cleaning and Mechanical Vegetation Management Colorado River Irrigation Projec

 

The Colorado River Indian Tribes are publicly posting the project plans and bidding documents for the Arizona Broadband Deployment Grant Project, Project No. 25-010. The project will support the installation of fiber-optic infrastructure within the CRIT Reservation and the Town of Parker to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to designated grant-funded premises.
Click the link below to view the RFP.
RFP_CRIT ABDG Broadband Deployment_06.22.26 (1)

The posted documents include:

Contractors and interested members of the public are encouraged to carefully review all project documents and applicable bidding requirements.

The specifications describe underground hand holes, conduit, pedestals, fiber-optic cable, network cabinets, splicing and testing as part of the broadband installation. The engineering plans identify the project as CRIT’s Arizona Broadband Deployment Grant Project No. 25-010. The contractor bid sheet includes itemized quantities for fiber, conduit, cabinets and related infrastructure.

 

 

The Colorado River Indian Tribes has issued Addendum 1 for the CPUC Broadband Deployment Phase 2 Request for Proposals for the construction of outside plant fiber optic infrastructure. This addendum includes responses to questions raised during the May 5, 2026 pre-bid meeting, confirms that the project is located fully in California, updates the bid opening location to the BlueWater Resort and Casino, Navajo Room, Parker, Arizona, and revises the submittal and bid opening deadline to Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Arizona time.

Click the link  below for addendum 1

CRIT CPUC Phase II RFP_Addendum 1_05.13.2026

Proposers must acknowledge receipt of Addendum 1 in the cover letter of their proposal.