Microwave Replacement Technologies

The City of Asheville, North Carolina is requesting information on microwave replacement technologies for its radio communications infrastructure, with responses due July 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EDT. The RFI invites information on microwave, private cellular, point-to-point, and mesh solutions to replace the existing microwave dish-based backhaul system serving the Radio Core building and three P25 radio system towers.

The City encourages participation from women and minority-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) and invites submitters to provide proof of MWBE status or to seek certification through the City's Office of Economic Development. As a drug-free workplace employer, the City requires all contractors and subcontractors to certify compliance with drug-free workplace policies upon contract execution. The City also prohibits contracting with persons or firms delinquent in payment of ad valorem taxes owed to Asheville.

Respondents must submit responses via email to wshortl@ashevillenc.gov with project number 298-FY26-ITS-RFI-MWRepTech in the subject line. Vendors are advised to send a confirmation test email prior to submission to ensure delivery capability. All RFI documents are posted on the City's procurement website at www.ashevillenc.gov/bids. The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses and waive informalities. Questions regarding the RFI should be directed to Wayne Short at wshort@ashevillenc.gov or to the City at 828-337-6623 for email delivery issues only. Additional inquiries regarding the Asheville Business Inclusion Policy may be directed to the Office of Economic Development at abi@ashevillenc.gov or (828) 259-8050.