R.I. developing large telecom project

Rhode Island is expected to release an RFP in mid-September seeking proposals to draft the state's master plan for a telecommunications infrastructure. The document will cover first-responder radio systems, interoperability, next-generation telecom transport, converged telecom services and continuity. Rhode Island anticipates this being a large project and wants to implement a plan quickly.

Interested vendors need to register at www.purchasing.ri.gov.