Mobile omni whip antennas

The Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) in Michigan is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 6947 for Mobile Omni Whip Antennas, seeking a one-time purchase of rugged, omnidirectional communication antennas. The procurement targets tri-band frequency antennas capable of operating across 136-960 MHz, designed specifically for mobile communications systems. Bidders must provide firm-fixed pricing for antennas manufactured by original equipment manufacturers or approved equivalents, with delivery to RCOC's Waterford Facility. The antennas must meet stringent technical specifications, including an extensive operating temperature range of -45 to +60 Celsius, IP67 ingress protection rating, and NMO connector type. The solicitation was published on BidNet on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, with bids due on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with RCOC reserving the right to award to multiple vendors.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are identified in the provided documentation. The procurement appears open to manufacturers and suppliers capable of meeting the detailed technical specifications for mobile communication antennas. While no specific budget range is provided, the document indicates that pricing should include all destination charges and is subject to annual fiscal funding appropriations. The technical requirements suggest this is a specialized procurement targeting vendors with expertise in robust mobile communication antenna systems. Potential bidders must carefully complete the bid form and demonstrate full compliance with the specified electrical, mechanical, and environmental requirements to avoid bid rejection.