Exhibit B_Bidder Qualifications.docx

Exhibit B_Bidder Qualifications.docx is a bidder qualifications document for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeking Iridium Satellite Phone Services through a competitive solicitation (RFQ - 2025 0609). The procurement is specifically for the WSDOT Office of Emergency Management to establish a resilient communication system for twenty-three (23) WSDOT-owned Iridium phones, with the goal of maintaining communication capabilities during emergency scenarios when traditional land lines and cellular networks are non-operational. The document outlines seven mandatory pass/fail requirements that potential service providers must meet, including using the Iridium Satellite Network, retaining current state and local phone numbers, offering statewide coverage, providing direct customer service, offering equipment training, maintaining 24/7/365 emergency services, and demonstrating experience with specific satellite phone models currently used by WSDOT.

The bidder qualifications document does not provide specific pricing details or funding sources. Bidders are required to complete the exhibit by indicating their compliance with each performance requirement by selecting "Yes" or "No" in the Bidder's Compliance column. Failure to meet any of the mandatory requirements may result in the bidder being deemed non-responsive and not considered further in the procurement process. The document indicates that bidders should return the completed exhibit to the Procurement Coordinator, Chase Johnson, at chase.johnson@wsdot.wa.gov, signaling the next steps in the competitive solicitation process.