Request for Proposal (RFP) is for the purpose of establishing a contract with a qualified firm to assess and develop a County-wide plan that provides a path to: (1) improve broadband access that has the ability to provide Lake County residents minimum speeds of 100mbps download and 20mbps upload, (2) ensure the end-user customers are able to access and use affordable broadband services, and (3) promote an increased availability of, and competition for, broadband access and related services. The qualified firm may be expected to assist Lake County in qualifying for state or federal funds that may come available through grants.