Bid for 2024 Microwave Link

The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office is seeking bids for a 2024 Microwave Link system, funded through a Federal Homeland Security grant (SHSP 2024: EMW-2024-SS-05278-S01). The procurement involves the purchase and installation of a licensed 6 GHz radio and dish system at four specific tower locations: Vinton LWIN tower, Starks Fire Department tower, Arsene LeBlue LWIN radio tower, and Enterprise Boulevard tower. Deliverables include indoor and outdoor radio equipment, fiber handoff, network integration, and a system with 99.999% reliability. Vendors must be factory-authorized dealers with operational manufacturing capabilities and provide references demonstrating a rapid 60-minute service response (24/7). The bid requires a 5% bid bond and mandates specific technical specifications without allowing equipment substitutions. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST at 5450 E. Broad St., Lake Charles, LA 70615, and vendors must have a representative present to submit a bid. The final bid submission is due on October 14, 2025, with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office reserving the right to reject any bids and make an official contract award within 45 days of bid opening.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project is entirely federally funded through a Homeland Security grant, with delivery and invoicing required to be completed by January 31, 2026. While specific incumbent vendors are not mentioned, the bid emphasizes equipment standardization and compatibility with existing network infrastructure. The procurement requires vendors to comply with federal procurement standards and demonstrate expertise in radio communication systems. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the project involves a comprehensive communication infrastructure upgrade across multiple tower locations. The technical specifications suggest a significant investment in advanced communication technology, with a focus on creating a robust, reliable microwave link system for the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office.