Specifications include, but are not limited to:All services for DBEDT shall be in accordance with this RFP, including its attachments and any addenda. Phase I Activities: I-1. Develop an overall strategic plan for structuring a broadband infrastructure public-private partnership; a. Subcontract for additional services including, but not limited to, consultants, technical advisors, and/or legal advisors; b. Solicit market feedback and conduct market assessments, including supply and demand for broadband in Hawaii; I-2. Develop public-private partnership structures for the Project, including operating, revenue, and financing models, and assist the State in determining the optimal structure; a. Advise the State on areas of industry specific knowledge that affect the financing and marketing of the State’s infrastructure; I-3. Prepare solicitation documents, pursuant to section 103D HRS, outlining the State’s intentions and objectives related to the Project to select Project Partner(s); I-4. Assist the RFP process, pursuant to section 103D HRS, including acting as the lead with the potential Project Partner(s) and their professionals, if applicable; a. Provide advice on negotiating strategies and tactics that will result in the most favorable commercial arrangement and transaction structure, if applicable;
