Fiber Builds
MBC members sometimes need additional fiber laterals to be constructed from existing MBC access points or Node buildings. The MBC Network Operations Manager will work closely with the member to determine requirements, route selection, construction cost estimates, and MBC capital funding to build laterals for the member. MBC can leverage its existing right-of-way agreements with VDOT (Virginia Department of Transportation) and joint-use agreements (AEP, Dominion Power, Verizon, Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative, Southside Electric Cooperative, City of Danville Utilities, City of Martinsville Utilities) to build new, cost-effective open-access fiber laterals into Carrier POP’s, Communications Towers, Water Towers, End-User Buildings/Facilities, Data Centers, Backbone Extensions, and a number of other connections.
MBC contracts with qualified, local contractors who have the skill sets and knowledge of the region and permitting agencies to build new laterals. MBC Coordinates the construction, splicing, termination, testing and inspection for all fiber projects to ensure fiber builds meet stringent quality control requirements. For larger projects, (5 miles or more of fiber construction), MBC may solicit construction bids from qualified contractors.
For our members, we review plans/needs for fiber builds/extensions, and develop a proposal to build fiber laterals/backbone extensions for any member who requests that service.
For more information, contact Tad Deriso, MBC General Manager, at tad@mbc-va.com or call Tad at 804.855.4057.