EVN0042430_DAS_Attachment_A_Proposer_Info_FINAL.26.10.01.docx

Miami-Dade County, FL

EVN0042430

Attachment A – Proposer Information

Nothing in this Solicitation shall in any way be utilized to request documentation relating to or authorizing consideration of a proposer's social, political, or ideological interests when determining if the proposer is a responsible vendor or give a preference to a proposer based on the proposer's social, political, or ideological interests.

PROPOSER’S EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, AND PAST PERFORMANCE

1. Describe the Proposer’s past performance and experience and state the number of years that the Proposer has been in existence, the current number of employees, and the primary markets served.

2. Provide documentation that demonstrates the Proposer’s ability to satisfy the qualification requirements as stated below:

The selected Proposer shall have verifiable experience and be able to demonstrate the following competencies and a thorough knowledge of neutral host DAS to be considered for award:

A. The County prefers that the selected Proposer have ten (10) years of experience in financing, designing, building, managing, and maintaining a fiber-based DAS network supporting:

1) No less than two years with all major cellular technologies, such as 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G.

2) All major commercial WSPs, including but not limited to AT&T, FirstNet, T-Mobile, and Verizon.

3) Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) Private Network technologies.

B. The County prefers the selected Proposer to have five (5) years of experience managing DAS projects similar in scope to the requirements defined in this solicitation at major public venues, such as, but not limited to, large hub airports, sports stadiums, and arenas, with large daily users and high concurrent peak demand. The Proposer must show at least three (3) completed projects.

C. The County prefers the selected Proposer to have two (2) or more DAS projects where the scope included 5G technology for one or more WSPs.

D. The County prefers the selected Proposer to have two (2) or more private network projects where the scope included CBRS PNET technology and live applications.

E. The County prefers the selected Proposer to have five (5) or more DAS projects where the selected Proposer/Operator managed a concessions-based DAS service and shared revenue with the venue operator through a flat fee, percent revenue share, licensing fee, or other business model.

3. Provide a detailed description of three (3) comparable contracts (similar in scope of services to those requested herein) which the Proposer has either ongoing or completed within the past three (3) years. In lieu of the comparable contracts from the Proposer, the County will consider the contractual experience from Proposer’s proposed Subcontractor or proposed key personnel, in accordance with Resolution No. 1122-21.

The description should identify for each project: (i) client, (ii) description of work, (iii) total dollar value of the contract, (iv) dates covering the term of the contract, (v) client contact person and phone number, (vi) statement of whether Proposer/key personnel/Subcontractor was the prime contractor or subcontractor, and (vii) the results of the project. Where possible, list and describe those projects performed for government clients or similar size private entities (excluding any work performed for the County).

4. List all contracts which the Proposer has performed for Miami-Dade County. The County will review all contracts the Proposer has performed for the County in accordance with Section 2-8.1(g) of the Miami-Dade County Code, which requires that “a Bidder’s or Proposer’s past performance on County Contracts be considered in the selection of Consultants and Contractors for future County Contracts.” As such, the Proposer must list and describe all work performed for Miami-Dade County and include for each project: (i) name of the County Department which administers or administered the contract, (ii) description of work, (iii) total dollar value of the contract, (iv) dates covering the term of the contract, (v) County contact person and phone number, (vi) statement of whether Proposer was the prime contractor or subcontractor, and (vii) the results of the project.

5. List and describe all bankruptcy petitions (voluntary or involuntary) which have been filed by or against the Proposer, its parent or subsidiaries, predecessor organization(s), or any wholly owned subsidiary during the past three (3) years. Include in the description the disposition of each such petition.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS OF KEY PERSONNEL AND SUBCONTRACTORS PERFORMING SERVICES

6. Identify the lead individual to be assigned as the Project Manager and provide:

a) A description of the lead individual’s experience, training, and education, including the lead individual’s experience working with governmental entities, and list those projects.

b) Provide documentation, such as a resume, certificates, and other credentials that demonstrate their ability to lead the Work required for the successful implementation of this Project.

7. Identify and provide an organizational chart showing all key personnel, including their titles, to be assigned to this Project. This chart must clearly identify the Proposer’s employees and those of the Subcontractors or subconsultants and shall include the functions to be performed by the key personnel. All key personnel includes all partners, managers, seniors, and other professional staff who will perform Work and/or Services in this Project.

8. To ensure the Proposer’s designing and implementing the converged network is certified by the respective DAS and CBRS manufacturers to implement a multi-band, multi-operator New DAS, provide resume of the RF (Radio Frequency) engineer(s) of record and a listing of at least three (3) projects of a similar size and nature where the engineer(s) performed RF design and implementation. Describe the experience, qualifications, and relevant experience of the Design and Installation team that will proficiently understand the current RF spectrum allocation, WSPs technologies, and installation considerations for RF systems.

9. Identify Subcontractors, if any. List the names and addresses of all first-tier Subcontractors and describe the extent of Work to be performed by each first-tier Subcontractor. Describe the experience, qualifications, and other vital information, including relevant experience on previous similar projects, of the Subcontractors who will be assigned to this project.

10. Describe the experience, qualifications, and other vital information, including relevant experience on previous similar Projects, of all key personnel, including those of Subcontractors, who will be assigned to this Project. Include: (i) names; (ii) titles; (iii) roles/functions to be performed; and (iv) copies of applicable certifications/accreditations. Address relevant experience, qualifications, and other vital information on previous similar contracts that qualify the key personnel to perform the Services as specified in the Scope of Services and Appendix A – Scope of Work and Technical Specifications. Provide resumes, if available, with job descriptions, including any key personnel of Subcontractors who will be assigned to this Project.

Note: After Proposal submission, but prior to the award of any contract issued as a result of this Solicitation, the Proposer has a continuing obligation to advise the County of any changes, intended or otherwise, to the key personnel identified in its Proposal.

FINANCIAL EXPERIENCE AND CAPACITY

11. Financial Capacity to Perform. Proposer shall provide information on financial relationships and responsibilities with regard to parent, subsidiary, or related companies, including the following:

a) The percentage of equity of any partnerships formed. Equity shares should be specified on the form and on additional sheets, if necessary; and

b) Depicted hierarchical relationship of parent, subsidiaries, or related companies.

12. Capital Investment. Proposer shall submit a Financial Plan, which will indicate the following:

a) The source of funding to be used for start-up costs and capital improvements; and

b) The amount of working capital and reserves the Proposer determines will be required to maintain operations.

c) Additional information will include, but not be limited to:

i. Estimated costs for improvements; and

ii. Projected expenses for leasehold improvements and/or furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

13. Financial Background Information In order to understand the financial capabilities and stability of the successful Proposer, and that of any joint venture or affiliated entities, the County requests that the following historical financial information be submitted from either the proposing corporate entity or the majority equity owners:

a) Audited or reviewed comparative financial statements for the last three (3) fiscal years prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), reflecting current financial conditions; if there are no audited or reviewed financial statements available, then provide federal income tax returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for the previous three (3) fiscal periods.

b) An interim balance sheet and income statement for any period of time in excess of six months of the financial statements submitted as part of (a) above.

c) Proposer shall state all significant financial events occurring subsequent to the closing date of the submitted audited financial statements, and if no such events have occurred, state that fact.

14. Additional Financial Information The Proposer shall state whether it operates as a subsidiary of another company and state whether the parent company guarantees the Minimum Annual Guarantee and the Agreement for the subsidiary company. If so, provide a letter from the appropriate agent of the parent company verifying the parent company's intent to guarantee the Minimum Annual Guarantee and Agreement.

PROPOSED APPROACH TO PROVIDING THE SERVICES

15. Describe the Proposer’s specific project plan and procedures to be used in providing the services in the Scope of Services (see Section 2.0 and Appendix A – Detailed Scope of Work and Technical Specifications).

16. Describe the Proposer’s approach to project organization and management, including the responsibilities of the Proposer’s management and staff personnel who will perform work on this project.

17. The Proposer shall submit a detailed Project Management Plan. The Project Management plan shall contain the following at a minimum:

a) Detailed project schedule with planned and actual dates.

b) Major milestones.

c) Risk mitigation.

d) Roles, responsibilities, and level of commitment of Key Personnel (Program/Project Manager, Lead RF Engineer(s), Systems Engineer(s), Lead Technicians).

18. The Proposer shall submit a System Commissioning Plan that describes the following at a minimum:

a) Minimum requirements for each WSP to connect to the DAS.

b) How each WSP will be onboarded and connected to the DAS.

c) How the entire system will transition into production and ongoing operations.

d) How the converged network (DAS) headend equipment will be turned up.

e) How the system will be set up for remote management and monitoring.

f) Process detailing the steps to make each WSP ‘go-live’ on the system.

19. Provide a project schedule identifying specific key tasks and duration.

20. Describe what innovative technology(ies), if any, will be utilized in the provision of services under this contract to minimize environmental impacts.

EXCEPTIONS

21. The Proposer shall identify any exception to the terms of this Solicitation. If so, indicate what alternative is being offered and the cost implications of the exception(s).

Rev. 8.1.2025