Design and Construction of Radio Towers funded by ARPA

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Chatham County, Georgia is seeking statements of qualifications from qualified firms to design and construct two simulcast FDMAP23 trunked radio towers at two locations within the county. This project is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the selected contractor will be responsible for providing engineering, foundation and tower design, tower erection, and communication outbuildings while adhering to all applicable federal and state regulations, codes, and standards. A pre-qualification conference is scheduled for October 3, 2023, and statements of qualifications must be submitted by October 19, 2023. Chatham County will evaluate the submissions and select 3-5 finalist firms to provide a more detailed technical approach and past performance response. The contract type may be lump sum, cost plus fixed fee, cost per unit of work, or specific rate of compensation, with the final contract amount to be determined through negotiations.

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The RFQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, it does indicate that the current incumbent provider is unknown. The total annual budget for this project is not provided, but it is funded through ARPA, which suggests a significant investment by Chatham County in upgrading its radio tower infrastructure. Interested firms must demonstrate their qualifications and experience in designing and constructing complex radio tower systems that are compliant with all relevant regulations and able to integrate with the existing SEGARRN P25 radio system.