City of Johnson City - 2-Site, 5-Channel P-25 Conventional Public Safety Radio System RFP 6934 (2026)
City of JohnsonCity · Johnson City, TN- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 29 days left
- Primary contact
- Allen Lark
- (423) 975-2711
The 30-second brief
The City of Johnson City is requesting proposals for a new turn-key 2-site, 5-channel voting receiver conventional P-25 repeater system located at Buffalo Mountain and Buffalo Ridge in Johnson City, TN. The project includes furnishing and installing (05) P-25 800MHz 100-watt repeaters at Buffalo Mountain and (05) P-25 800MHz remote receivers at Buffalo Ridge, along with tower work, antenna components, coax, equipment racks, and a radio backhaul method. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, with a mandatory site visit required prior to bidding. Vendors must submit proposals to the Purchasing Department at 209 Water Street, Johnson City, TN 37601. Required bonds include a 5% bid bond and a 25% performance and payment bond.
Specific design characteristics, equipment quality, completion timeframe, cost-effectiveness of proposal, warranties, references
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Summary
The City of Johnson City is requesting proposals for a new turn-key 2-site, 5-channel voting receiver conventional P-25 repeater system located at Buffalo Mountain and Buffalo Ridge in Johnson City, TN. The project includes furnishing and installing (05) P-25 800MHz 100-watt repeaters at Buffalo Mountain and (05) P-25 800MHz remote receivers at Buffalo Ridge, along with tower work, antenna components, coax, equipment racks, and a radio backhaul method.
The submission deadline is December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, with a mandatory site visit required prior to bidding. Vendors must submit proposals to the Purchasing Department at 209 Water Street, Johnson City, TN 37601. Required bonds include a 5% bid bond and a 25% performance and payment bond.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Specific design characteristics
- Equipment quality
- Completion timeframe
- Cost-effectiveness of proposal
- Warranties
- References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Form
- Contractors Envelope Form
- Drug Free Workplace Affidavit
- Insurance Checklist
- General Contract Form
- Bid Bond
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 209 Water Street, Johnson City, TN 37601
- Scope location
- Johnson City, TN
- Reported agency
- City of Johnson City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Johnson?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Purchasing Department, 209 Water Street, Johnson City, TN 37601. For questions, contact Allen Lark.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Johnson in TN, 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 RFP 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 Allen Lark at (423) 975-2711. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Specific design characteristics, equipment quality, completion timeframe, cost-effectiveness of proposal, warranties, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Johnson?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Proposal Form, Contractors Envelope Form, Drug Free Workplace Affidavit, Insurance Checklist, General Contract Form, Bid Bond. Review the full document from City of Johnson for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Johnson City, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.