Cellular Signal Coverage Study

The Town of Madison, Connecticut, issued a Request for Proposals on April 1, 2026, seeking qualified firms or consultants to conduct a comprehensive cellular signal coverage study within the Town's municipal boundaries. The primary objective is to assess existing wireless coverage from major carriers, identify service gaps and deficiencies, and deliver data-driven recommendations to inform future planning, public safety, and infrastructure decisions. The scope of work encompasses data collection and analysis of existing cellular infrastructure, field testing and drive measurements to produce carrier-specific heat maps, evaluation of coverage across residential, commercial, coastal, and public areas, and assessment of public safety communication implications. Deliverables include a draft technical report, a final report with coverage maps and graphics, identification of coverage gaps, digital map and data files, and two presentations to Town staff and the Board of Selectmen, with anticipated project completion within six months of contract execution. Evaluation criteria emphasize the consultant's understanding of the project and proposed methodology, experience and qualifications of the firm and key personnel, quality and clarity of deliverables, cost and overall value, and references demonstrating five similar studies completed within the last five years. Proposers must demonstrate technical expertise in wireless communications and signal analysis, experience conducting cellular coverage studies, experience working with municipalities or public agencies, and familiarity with Connecticut or New England geography. The vendor question and answer period runs from April 1 through April 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT, with all questions and responses to be published by April 22, 2026. Sealed proposals must be received by May 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT at the Town of Madison, 8 Campus Drive, Madison, CT 06443, with the primary point of contact being Sam DeBurra at Madison Public Schools (203-245-5618 or deburrase@madisonct.org).

The RFP does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting the types of organizations that can respond, meaning all qualified vendors and consultants are eligible to participate. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure requiring integration are identified in the solicitation documents. Similarly, no estimated total award value or budget range is disclosed; instead, proposers must submit detailed cost breakdowns including hourly rates for all personnel involved. The Town reserves the right to interview proposers, reject any or all proposals, waive informalities, and select the proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the Town. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board (FOB) Destination with vendor-specified payment terms. No site visits, bidder conferences, or formal award dates are specified in the solicitation documents.