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DocuSign Envelope ID:A8E51 BF8-6EBC-4632-A21 F-FE02EF5B133D <br /> • A discussion of the anticipated deployment strategy, scope, and timing of <br /> the proposed rollout, including if there would be multiple phases of the <br /> deployment and availability of services and, if so, what services would be <br /> made available during each phase. The discussion should identify the <br /> levels of committed demand necessary to trigger rollout obligations and <br /> any factors likely to influence the scope or timing of the rollout and <br /> explain how those factors impact the strategy. <br /> 11.1.2 Project Implementation Timeline and Performance Milestones* <br /> The technical proposal must be accompanied by a proposed implementation timeline. <br /> • The proposal must develop a detailed project schedule that indicates key events that <br /> are tied to the need for the release of funds by Orange County. <br /> • The proposal must specify the projected date by which the project will be completed <br /> and the date service delivery will commence over the proposed infrastructure. <br /> *The county may choose to implement the project in a phased approach,starting with a pilot. If this option is chosen,the <br /> county will work with the vendor to adjust the timeline accordingly during the contract agreement discussion. <br /> 11.1.3 Service Offerings <br /> A description of proposed wholesale or retail service offerings that the Vendor(s) <br /> anticipates offering to institutional, business, government, residential, and other <br /> potential customers. Response should address: 1) pricing strategy, including <br /> anticipated rates for services, minimum time period those rates would remain in <br /> place without escalation, and limitations on increases in rates over time; 2) an <br /> explanation of Vendor's willingness to work with the County to develop unique <br /> pricing or packages for key community stakeholders and populations (e.g., <br /> government, community colleges, universities and K-12 facilities; and 3) customer <br /> support model for each service. Proposals must include a reduced rate option for <br /> qualifying economically distressed residents. Explanation of the qualifying <br /> standard, if available, should be included. The county can provide qualification <br /> requirements and determine eligibility, if desired. <br /> Internet Services <br /> • Residential <br /> • Bulk internet to multi-dwelling units(MDUs) <br /> • Dedicated business/institutional <br /> • Wholesale Internet access service <br /> Circuits <br /> • Point-to-Point <br /> • Multi-point <br /> Optional Services <br /> • VOIP services <br /> • Wi-Fi <br /> 11 <br />