City of Hot Springs - Removal of Infrastructure from City County Tower on West Mountain - HS-26-063 (2026)
City of Hot SpringsCity · Hot Springs, AR- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Olivia Thomason
- (501) 321-6830
The 30-second brief
The City of Hot Springs is inviting bids for labor and materials to remove antennas, mounts, and cables from the City/County Tower at the West Mountain Tower Site on behalf of the Fire Department. The project involves dismantling radio system components no longer in use, including various antenna heights (26 feet, 110 feet, 150 feet, and 210 feet) for entities such as Garland County Sheriff CID, Hot Springs Animal Control, Water & Sewer, Street, Sanitation, Fire Department, and Garland County Road. Bids are due by October 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, with electronic submission preferred via the ARBID portal or sealed paper submissions to the Purchasing Division. A bid bond is required for construction contracts over $35,000, along with general liability insurance of $1,000,000, State of Arkansas Commercial Contractors Licensing, and business licenses.
Removal of antennas, Mounts and cables from the West Mountain Tower Site
Lump sum price, unit prices included in the bid, alternates requested and/or voluntarily submitted with the bid, MBE/WBE considerations as indicated in submitted bids, completeness and responsiveness to the ITB
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Summary
The City of Hot Springs is inviting bids for labor and materials to remove antennas, mounts, and cables from the City/County Tower at the West Mountain Tower Site on behalf of the Fire Department.
The project involves dismantling radio system components no longer in use, including various antenna heights (26 feet, 110 feet, 150 feet, and 210 feet) for entities such as Garland County Sheriff CID, Hot Springs Animal Control, Water & Sewer, Street, Sanitation, Fire Department, and Garland County Road. Bids are due by October 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, with electronic submission preferred via the ARBID portal or sealed paper submissions to the Purchasing Division. A bid bond is required for construction contracts over $35,000, along with general liability insurance of $1,000,000, State of Arkansas Commercial Contractors Licensing, and business licenses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lump sum price
- Unit prices included in the bid
- Alternates requested and/or voluntarily submitted with the bid
- MBE/WBE considerations as indicated in submitted bids
- Completeness and responsiveness to the ITB
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Removal of antennas, Mounts and cables from the West Mountain Tower Site
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Hazardous and Toxic Substances Disclosure Requirement
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Bid Bond Certificate
- State of Arkansas Commercial Contractors Licensing
- Signature Page
- Acknowledgment of Invitation to Bid
- Projects Terms and Conditions of Bidding
- Submit to
- https://arkansas.ionwave.net/Login.aspx
- Scope location
- Hot Springs, AR
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Hot Springs?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 12, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://arkansas.ionwave.net/Login.aspx. For questions, contact Olivia Thomason.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Hot Springs in AR, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Olivia Thomason at (501) 321-6830. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Removal of antennas, Mounts and cables from the West Mountain Tower Site. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lump sum price, unit prices included in the bid, alternates requested and/or voluntarily submitted with the bid, MBE/WBE considerations as indicated in submitted bids, completeness and responsiveness..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Hot Springs?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Hot Springs are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Hot Springs regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Hazardous and Toxic Substances Disclosure Requirement, Certificate of Liability Insurance, Bid Bond Certificate, State of Arkansas Commercial Contractors Licensing, Signature Page, Acknowledgment of I. Review the full document from City of Hot Springs for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hot Springs, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.