INTUS Smartcities Provisionally Awarded $4.2 Million in BEAD Funding to Connect 629 Locations in Pennsylvania
HUNTINGDON, PA
INTUS Smartcities is honored to announce it has been selected for a provisional grant award of $4,281,461 by the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA). The award is a key component of the state’s historic Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, which leverages a $1.16 billion federal allocation to build a more connected and competitive future for the Commonwealth.
The funding will enable the construction of a state-of-the-art, last-mile fiber network to connect 629 unserved and underserved homes and businesses across Pennsylvania. This project directly supports the Shapiro Administration’s goal of ensuring every Pennsylvanian has access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet, a crucial step for economic progress and community well-being.
“Being selected by the PBDA is a tremendous honor, and it’s a responsibility we take very seriously,” said Alexia Agouridis, President of INTUS Smartcities. “For us, this isn’t just about deploying fiber; it’s about connecting a student to their classroom, a patient to their doctor, and a local business to the global marketplace. We’re grateful for the confidence Pennsylvania has placed in us, and our teams are prepared build the network these communities deserve.”
Powering Pennsylvania’s Economic and Social Future
The deployment of this fiber network is a foundational investment in the future of Pennsylvania. By delivering high-speed connectivity, this project will unlock critical opportunities for residents, including access to telehealth services, expanded remote education possibilities for students, and new avenues for local entrepreneurs and remote workers to participate in the global economy. This is a direct investment in the long-term prosperity and resilience of the communities we will serve.
A Vertically Integrated Approach to Delivery
To execute this project with the highest standards of quality and accountability, INTUS will deploy its vertically integrated ecosystem of technology and operational platforms. This holistic approach ensures excellence at every stage of the project lifecycle.
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Precision Planning and Digital Asset Management (GDIC): The project’s foundation is our Geospatial Data Integration Center (GDIC). By creating a precise “digital twin” of the project area before construction, we can design the safest and most efficient fiber routes, proactively de-risking the build and protecting existing public and private utility infrastructure. Post-construction, this digital blueprint becomes a permanent asset for long-term network management and maintenance.
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Transparent and Efficient Execution (CORE): The logistics of the build-out will be managed by our CORE (Centralized Operations Resource Environment) system. This system provides end-to-end operational transparency, streamlining everything from crew dispatch and materials inventory to real-time progress reporting. This ensures full accountability and allows us to be responsible stewards of public funds while keeping the project on schedule.
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Community Investment and Workforce Development (CUTI): A core part of our mission is to build lasting value within the communities we serve. Through our CUTI (Connected Utilities Technologies Infrastructure Center) training initiative, we will partner with local organizations to develop a skilled workforce. This program creates sustainable career pathways for residents in the high-demand telecommunications field, ensuring the economic benefits of this investment remain in Pennsylvania.
INTUS will meet BEAD requirements and the state’s monitoring framework, including reporting, cybersecurity and supply chain risk controls, milestone tracking, and documentation specified for subgrantees.
The project will utilize INTUS Smartcities’ advanced technology for digital infrastructure mapping and a strong focus on infrastructure damage prevention through its global “Safe Dig” initiative. This ensures the project is completed safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards.
About INTUS Smartcities
INTUS Smartcities Inc. (ISC) is a US professional Technology, Services and Consulting firm that utilizes proprietary technologies to provide smart service solutions and infrastructure intelligence programs in order to reduce maintenance costs for municipal networks, expedite construction and economic development as well as improve safety and resources sustainability for municipalities around the world.
INTUS Smartcities Inc. provides infrastructure intelligence solutions, improving safety, efficiency, and digital intelligence in the everyday lives of people and communities globally.
Resources
Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority BEAD Announcement
Official List of Pennsylvania BEAD Provisional Awards
Note: Final investment decisions are contingent upon the completion of a formal review process by the PBDA and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).
