Project Timeline
The NFOL System will be implemented in two phases. Phase 1 extends from Narrow Cape to Nome; Phase 2 extends from Nome to Prudhoe Bay. Our schedule for implementation of the NFOL is:
Phase 1 (Narrow Cape to Nome):
- Marine Survey: September – November 2009
- Cable System Design and Manufacturing: November 2009 – April 2010
- Landing Site Construction: September 2009 – July 2010
- Fiber Optic Cable Installation: June 2010 – September 2010
- System Testing and Commissioning: September 2010 – November 2010
Phase 2 (Nome to Prudhoe Bay):
- Marine Survey: July – September 2010
- Cable System Design and Manufacturing: September 2010 – April 2011
- Landing Site Construction: July 2010 – November 2010
- Fiber Optic Cable Installation: May 2011 – August 2011
- System Testing and Commissioning: August 2011 – September 2011
KKCC is ready to begin this project immediately upon notification of a grant award and authority to proceed.
The NFOL cable system will be completed within two years of award. With contract award in September of 2009, the entire project will be ready for operation by September of 2011.