Amendment 3 5G cellular services at Camp Randall and the Kohl Complexes.pdf

No. Question Answer

What is the current status of the Crown agreement? Is the University able to terminate the contract if there is remaining term? The scope of this RFP is available to contract with any successful respondent. Crown Castle is under contract with the University through November

3rd, 2033.

What is the current status of each carrier agreement? How much term is left for each? Can you provide the current rent per carrier per facility? With T-Mobile's acquisition of US Cellular, will that impact future rent streams? Are there any AOI's that currently do not have a DAS?

The carrier agreements are made directly with Crown Castle. The only AOI that does not have existing DAS is the Indoor Practice Facility (IPF), which is under construction.

3 Which DAS OEMs are used on the existing 4G NHN? Commscope ION B

Which carriers are on the existing 4 NHN? Camp Randall: T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Wireless, US Cellular

Kohl Center/LaBahn Arena: T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless (single node), US Cellular 5 Does any MNO have 5G (BRS 2500, C-Band, mmWave) in the venues? At present, all the venues are only serviced with 4G/LTE (Bands: B2,B4, B5,B12,B13,B17) 6 Where is the existing DAS head end located?

Is there space available for the new 5 NHN in this location? University will work with the incoming contractor to provide space based on availability. To get certainty, this will require the proposers to conduct a site survey to determine space requirements.

Is there space in the venues for the slave/secondary head end? University will work with the incoming contractor to provide space based on availability. To get certainty, this will require the proposers to conduct a site survey to determine space requirements.

Are there alternative head end locations? The headends feeding the Camp Randall complex come from Lot 17 with AT&T and Verizon. From WARF the carriers are US Cellular and T-Mobile. All

MNO services enter the Camp Randall complex through Athletics Operations building basement 10 Will the latest 4G NHN iBwave files be shared? No, the Ibwave files are not available to the University from Crown Castle.

What is the fiber capacity (i.e. number of strands) currently allocated for the existing 4G NHN between the head end location(s) and the venues?

Please refer to the work orders in the folder "4G NHN Work Orders for Distribution: in the Supplemental Materials for information on the available fiber.

Is iBwave design required for the RFP submissions? The Proposer is encouraged to use the RF design tools that the Proposer deems necessary to complete their responses to the University's requirements for the target 5G coverage in the AOIs.

Will construction drawings be provided? Kohl Center as-built drawings were provided in the supplemental materials as well as the network orders of the existing infrastructure exhibits by the existing NHN provider.

Is there a requirement to have the new 5G NHN on air before decommissioning the existing 4G NHN? The Proposer should present 5G NHN system deployment and activation options that minimize disruption to the public cellular services, and may include service transition options that require collaboration and coordination with the University and Athletics department on key sporting events and other large public events (concerts, graduations, etc.)

15 Will you share existing coverage data (coverage maps or walk testing results)? No, RF coverage maps of the current 4G are not available

What is the expected completion date of the new Indoor Practice Facility? Will drawings be shared? Phase 1 (the south half including the field area) will be completed in July 2026, Phase 2 (north half training facility) is scheduled to be completed Nov

Multi-operator network sharing (MOCN, MORAN, Open RAN) is not common in large sports venues in the US. Are these capabilities and features mandatory?

No, MOCN, MORAN nor Open RAN are mandatory. Proposers however are encouraged to provide technical solutions and architectures that can deliver the 5G capabilities required and provide potential add ons to the network sharing technologies and architectures in order to cover use cases that meet or exceed the requirements in the RFP.

Is a Public Safety solution or ERRCS required as part of the scope? Proposer’s 5G NHN must operate with and maintain robust compliance with MNO supported emergency services , including E911, CALEA, and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), Wireless Priority Services (WPS) while integrating with public safety networks and prioritizing emergency traffic for reliable responses. Rather than consider standalone ERRCS solutions, the University is looking to leverage the 5G/cellular NHN system to enable the MNOs to provide public safety mobile data, voice and messaging communications for first responder emergency, mission-critical communications purposes.

19 Is there an existing ERRCS/Public Safety DAS in the venues? Separate ERRCS/Public Safety network not installed at the Venues.

Is AT&T First Net required? The University requires that the Proposer's 5G NHN system to be compliant and support emergency communications while having the capability to integrate with public safety networks like FirstNet and others offered by the major U.S. MNOs. If the Proposer's 5G NHN system can support and offer AT&T FirstNet, the Proposer is requested to provide the details of the service and how it will be provisioned and made available to the University.

Will you provide information on existing macro sites, outdoor DAS, and small cells located in UW Madison property near the three venues?

The supplemental materials provided to vendors are the only materials planned for release as part of this RFP.

22 When will floor plans be available for each of the facilities? Floor plans in PDF format have been provided for each of the AOIs.

23 Are floor plans available in CAD format (appears right now only in .pdf format)? CAD format files are not available.

24 Will vendors have access to the existing system iBwave file? No, the Ibwave files are not available to the University from Crown Castle.

25 Has a preferred OEM been selected for the project, or will that be determined by the vendor? No, the University expects the incoming 5G NHN contractor to select its preferred OEM technology partner.

26 Does the University of Wisconsin have preferred vendors for installation for items such as cable, electrical, etc.? No, however all electrical/power needs shall be coordinated with the University.

When decommissioning the 4G network, will the University of Wisconsin want to retain any of the serialized equipment? The University will continue retain and own the Fiber network cabling infrastructure. The 4G NHN nodes including the antennas are not the property of the university.

What carriers are currently on the 4G network? Camp Randall: T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Wireless, US Cellular

Kohl Center/LaBahn Arena: T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless (single node), US Cellular

What public safety frequencies currently run on the existing 4G network and is it integrated with the MNOs, or its own layer? There are no public safety frequencies that the University is aware of that are available on the current NHN system.

Other than FirstNet, what public safety frequencies would be required to be included in the coverage of the system? Based on the Proposer's relationship with the mobile network operators like AT&T, Verizon Wireless and T-Mobile, the Proposer can indicate what public safety frequencies can be provisioned and supported on the same 5G NHN.

What is the expected completion date for the upgrade/In Service? Preferably by August 15, 2025, prior to the football season for Camp Randall, and Kohl Center/LaBahn by no later than October 31, 2025. Given lead times for equipment, temporary or partial deployment ahead of the 2025 football season at Camp Randall may be agreeable.

Will each venue provide dates of work limitations based on the season? Yes, upon awarding of the RFP to the prospective incoming 5G NHN contractor, the University will collaborate with the contractor to establish a schedule including maintenance windows and work limitation dates.

Where are the source radios/headends for existing Wireless carriers currently on existing system? Lot 17 (Ramp 17), WARF (Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation) Building and Athletic Operations (AO) facility. At present time, the University cannot 100% confirm the radio/headend equipment purpose in WARF or the AO facility and whether those systems serve the Target Venues.

Is union required? The University can't require that a Proposer enter into an agreement with a union; consider whether they have such an agreement as a factor in making the award; or require the Proposer's employees become union members.

35 Does the University have required GCs that must be used? If so, can a contact list be sent out? No.

Is there existing fiber from headend location to venue locations that can be used or will new fiber be required? Yes, there is available fiber from the headend to the venue locations. However, given the age and capacity, the Proposer will need to indicate its fiber requirements based on the Proposer's solution, capacity and overall design.

Where will the headend location be located? Will this be an existing space, or will a new head end need to be constructed? There appears to be not much space at Ramp 17 where AT&T and Verizon equipment is located. Any new headend space or location will have to be determined once 5G NHN design and connectivity infrastructure needs are determined.

Will part of the scope be removing the old system? Yes. The new 5G NHN system will replace the current 4G NHN system. The 4G NHN system will need to be replaced including all the nodes to allow for space to be used by the new 5G NHN system nodes and equipment.

The Proposer is encouraged to propose an approach to decommission the current 4G NHN system and replace it with a 5G NHN system within a mutually agreed upon timeframe with the University. The Proposer may also propose a 5G NHN overlay of the 4G NHN system if such an approach can still deliver the required 5G mobile service experience in the priority AOIs, and which delivers an overall positive Net Value to the University.

As part of the Proposer's response, the Proposer can include options to assume/acquire the current 4G NHN system contract between Crown Castle and the University as part of the Proposer's removal and replacement plan from 4G NHN to a new 5G NHN system.

39 Will there be drawings of existing fiber pathways provided for the walk? Yes, these will be provided in the Supplemental Materials

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No. Question Answer

Will this new system be a full rip/replace of the old system? Is the expectation to keep service up on the old system and build the new system in parallel?

The new 5G NHN system will replace the current 4G NHN system. The 4G NHN system will need to be replaced including all the nodes to allow for space to be used by the new 5G NHN system nodes and equipment.

The Proposer is encouraged to propose an approach to decommission the current 4G NHN system and replace it with a 5G NHN system within a mutually agreed upon timeframe with the University. The Proposer may also propose a 5G NHN overlay of the 4G NHN system if such an approach can still deliver the required 5G mobile service experience in the priority AOIs, and which delivers an overall positive Net Value to the University.

As part of the Proposer's response, the Proposer can include options to assume/acquire the current 4G NHN system contract between Crown Castle and the University as part of the Proposer's removal and replacement plan from 4G NHN to a new 5G NHN system.

What is the carrier's expectation for wireless operators and interruption of services? The Proposer will need to have established relationships with the Mobile Operators and come up with options that ensure minimal interruption of their services. The University expects Proposers to have these established MNO relationships in place to facilitate the transition of their services to the new 5G NHN system

What happens if a carrier does not connect to new proposed system? The University has provided requirements for MNO participation. If an MNO/carrier does not connect, the Proposer needs to provide a clear explanation in the appropriate section of the RFP.

Will existing wireless carriers be forced to move to new system once RFP is awarded? The University and the incoming 5G NHN system contractor will need to execute a master services agreement post RFP award. Upon successful execution of the contract and a mutually approved service transition schedule, the MNOs will transition to the new 5G NHN system.

Will the University allow two separate and parallel systems to be installed at the Stadium operated by two DAS operators? No. Only 1 system shall be operational which would be the 5G NHN system.

Will the existing DAS contract be assigned to the new awarded DAS winner? As stated above, the scope of this RFP is available to contract with any successful respondent. Crown Castle is under contract with the University through November 3rd, 2033.

The Proposer is encouraged to propose an approach to decommission the current 4G NHN system and replace it with a 5G NHN system within a mutually agreed upon timeframe with the University. The Proposer may also propose a 5G NHN overlay of the 4G NHN system if such an approach can still deliver the required 5G mobile service experience in the priority AOIs, and which delivers an overall positive Net Value to the University.

As part of the Proposer's response, the Proposer can include options to assume/acquire the current 4G NHN system contract between Crown Castle and the University as part of the Proposer's removal and replacement plan from 4G NHN to a new 5G NHN system.

Is the existing 4G DAS system to remain in place? The new 5G NHN system will replace the current 4G NHN system. The 4G NHN system will need to be replaced including all the nodes to allow for space to be used by the new 5G NHN system nodes and equipment.

Are we able to utilize any of the existing NH DAS infrastructure? As far as the existing 4G RAN equipment, the Proposer cannot expect to reuse those components as they are the property of Crown Castle. The fiber network infrastructure that is owned by the University is available for use by the incoming 5G NHN system contractor.

48 What areas does the existing NH DAS cover? All AOIs are covered by existing NH DAS with the exception of Indoor Practice Facility (IPF)

What carriers are currently on the existing NH DAS? Camp Randall: T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Wireless, US Cellular Kohl Center/LaBahn Arena: T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, US Cellular

Does the university have drawings they can share of the existing 4G NH DAS? This will be helpful to determine what resources are needed to decommission the existing network.

The supplemental materials provided to vendors are the only materials planned for release as part of this RFP.

Concerning Stadium Development Agreement Goals, is there an approved list of contractors and partners to share with us? No.

52 With regards to pLTE, are you looking for ubiquitous coverage or certain specific areas? The University has not explicitly asked for pLTE and is requiring instead 5G capabilities. Private LTE is not a priority for this RFP.

With regards to pLTE, what use case(s) is the venue seeking to deploy? Security, Point of Sales, WiFi extension via CBRS? The University has not explicitly asked for pLTE and is requiring instead 5G capabilities. Private LTE is not a priority for this RFP.

54 Are there any current sponsorship deals with JMA, Commscope or other OEM's? No current sponsorship deals 55 What types of other events are held at Camp Randall outside of football games? Concerts (3 in summer 2025); spring commencement. Seating layout for concerts ~55,000

Who is the current owner of the 4G DAS? Crown Castle owns all the 4G NHN RAN equipment and nodes, while the University owns all the Fiber and electrical wiring infrastructure that is interconnected with the current 4G NHN DAS.

Is the school open to a revenue share model over the 10 years in lieu of up-front payment? Yes, the University is open to revenue share models that drive positive net value to the University, not only based on revenue share, but also inclusive of other models like Sponsorship Investments. The University seeks to optimize fan experience and deal value for the institution.

58 Is it foreseen currently that the RFP submission deadline will be extended? No.

59 Stated that the mandatory site visit in March must be present all 4 days, does this hold true? The site survey is duration has been modified to 3 days; see Amendment #1 and the updated table in Section 1.8 of the RFP.

Is private LTE of interest to the university in this project? Yes, but this is not a priority for the RFP. Proposers can propose Private 5G solutions but they will not be evaluated or scored based on the scope of the

RFP.

Do you have facility construction and requirements documents available? Annex B contains the University aesthetic guidelines. The supplemental materials provided to vendors are the only materials planned for release as part of this RFP.

62 Can you provide existing DAS network designs for all buildings in IBWAVE and or PDF format? No, the Ibwave files are not available to the University from Crown Castle.

63 Can you provide the building layouts in DWG format? Yes, the University is in the process of gathering this information and will provide it when it is available in PDF format.

Are all major carriers on the current DAS system? Camp Randall: T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Wireless, US Cellular Kohl Center/LaBahn Arena: T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, US Cellular

65 Are there any construction manuals and documents outlining the current 4G system? No. this information would have to be provided by Crown Castle

What are the minimum requirements for decommissioning the current 4G DAS? Please refer to Section 3.5 of the RFP. Proposers are encouraged to also respond with alternatives to decommissioning and replacing the 4G NHN. The Proposer may also propose a 5G NHN overlay of the 4G NHN system if such an approach can still deliver the required 5G mobile service experience in the priority AOIs, and which delivers an overall positive Net Value to the University.

Is UWMSN open to exploring additional connectivity solutions (e.g., laptops, tablets) as part of the overall solution, and as part of subsidizing the cost of build?

The Proposer is encouraged to make proposals that significantly minimize any direct funding by the University for the new 5G NHN system, while creating net positive value for the University within the scope and objectives of the RFP.

68 What is the intended role of the existing system currently in place? The existing 4G NHN system needs to be decommissioned and removed to make space for the 5G NHN system and nodes

What space is available for system build-out and equipment deployment? The new 5G NHN system would take the space of the current 4G NHN system and nodes at a minimum. And based on the incoming contractor's 5G NHN system space requirements, that will need to be presented as part of the proposer's plan to the University to achieve the 5G coverage and capacity requirements for the target AOIs.

70 Are you looking to replace Crown the 3rd party provider of DAS at the college?

The scope of this RFP is defined in Sections 1.1 and 1.2. The focus is on the Camp Randall and Kohl Center/LaBahn Area complexes.

I would like to know more about your RFP request. Are you planning on replacing the inside and outside Cellular technology? Please refer the RFP Section 1.1 and 1.2 which define the scope of the RFP. Additional Supplemental Materials also provide maps of the AOIs. The locations are indoor and outdoor areas in the Target Venues.

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