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Task force adopts provider scoring criteria to evaluate future broadband proposals
Summary
The Dunn County Broadband Task Force approved a four‑item scoring matrix to evaluate provider proposals; criteria are company profile, history of service in the county, cost of service and customer support, each weighted equally in the draft matrix.
The Dunn County Broadband Task Force approved scoring criteria it will use to evaluate provider proposals when requests for county endorsement or local match arrive.
Lede: The task force voted to adopt a four‑category scoring matrix—company profile, project history in Dunn County, cost of service, and ongoing customer support—each given equal weight in the draft shared with members.
Why it matters: The matrix is intended to provide a standardized, transparent way for the task force to compare competing proposals, weigh local commitment and prior performance, and incorporate factors such as discounts or consumer supports for seniors and fixed‑income residents.
Details: Dan presented a draft scoring screen that uses a five‑point scale across four categories, each initially weighted at 25%: (1) company profile and commitment to Dunn County residents; (2) company history of identifying, completing and supporting projects in the county; (3) cost of service, including any discounts or affordability programs; and (4) support—installation, customer service responsiveness and ongoing technical help. Members discussed the matrix and agreed the four categories cover the committee’s priorities; some asked that affordability and senior discounts be explicitly considered under cost of service.
Outcome: The task force made a motion to adopt the draft scoring criteria and approved it on a voice vote. Dan said the matrix will guide evaluation of proposals received after the BEAD/unit timeline clarifies available project areas.
Ending: The task force plans to use the matrix when scoring provider proposals and to consider local match recommendations and endorsements using those scores.
