NIGP 99271: Radio Instrument Testing and Calibration Services

NIGP 99271 Radio Instrument Testing And Calibration Services, an Item code, encompasses in-building radio frequency coverage system design, installation, testing, and optimization for public safety and emergency responder communications. State and local governments are procuring turnkey Emergency Responder Radio Coverage Systems (ERRCS) using bi-directional amplifiers (BDAs) and distributed antenna systems (DAS), with testing and compliance verification to NFPA 1225 and UL 2524 standards. Work spans preliminary RF coverage evaluation, detailed system design, installation, post-installation optimization, and acceptance testing. Issuing bodies include city procurement offices and airport authorities; the City of Phoenix has posted multiple solicitations for this service across its facilities, including its three airports (Sky Harbor International, Deer Valley, and Goodyear), indicating a pattern of repeat buying for in-building RF enhancement in municipal buildings.

Recent activity concentrates in Arizona and Oregon. The City of Phoenix Finance Central Procurement Division issued IFB-26-0148 (due April 30, 2026) and IFB-26-0355 (due July 10, 2026) for five-year in-building RF coverage contracts under firm-fixed pricing on a per-unit hourly basis for multiple labor categories (System Designer, Lead Installer/Project Management, Installation Technician, Arizona-Licensed Professional Engineer); both procurements require minimum three years of direct ERRCS/DAS/BDA experience, NICET IB-PSC certifications, and professional references, with DBE compliance and FAA security and airspace-approval obligations. The City of Salem, Oregon issued SKS004300017154 on June 5, 2026 (due June 11, 2026) as a sole-source award to DAY WIRELESS for Motorola Simulcast Radio System warranty and repair services under a renewable five-year agreement at $50,000 annually. Contractors must provide 24- to 12-month manufacturer warranties, respond to emergency service requests within four hours, and carry substantial commercial general liability coverage ($5,000,000), automobile liability ($5,000,000), and technology errors and omissions ($1,000,000) insurance.