For ASB Land Mobile Microwave Radio Communication Equipment Site and Tower Install Right 23-00619

This state and local contracting opportunity is a request for responses (RFR) issued jointly by the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS) and the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) to establish contractual agreements with communications tower owners and managers. The purpose is to allow EOTSS and MSP to enter into new leases for land mobile radio, microwave radio, and related equipment installation at multiple sites throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, with a focus on Suffolk County and Boston City. The RFR has two primary components - Part 1 establishes the pool of approved site providers, while Part 2 seeks bids on specific communications site locations for the initial phase of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Interoperable Radio System (CoMIRS) Modernization Project. Bids are due by March 10, 2023, and the agencies anticipate making multiple awards with an initial 15-year contract term and five 5-year renewal options. Key requirements include availability of ground space, tower space, power, backhaul, maintenance, and security.

This RFR is limited to Apparent Successful Bidders from the original solicitation and new bidders, with preference given to those offering sites at no cost or reduced rates. Supplier diversity requirements apply, with 25% of the bid evaluation focused on the bidder's plan to partner with small, minority, and women-owned businesses. The current incumbent providers are not specified. While pricing details are not provided, the RFR indicates the Commonwealth is self-insured, and the resulting contracts will be subject to prevailing wage requirements if construction or outdoor electrical work is required.