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, Tennessee is requesting proposals for a new turn-key 2-site, 5-channel voting receiver conventional P-25 repeater system. Buffalo Mountain shall have five P-25 800MHz 100-watt repeaters, while Buffalo Ridge shall have five P-25 800MHz remote receivers tied back into Buffalo Mountain, with a vendor-provided 900 MHz IP Link or similar radio backhaul method. The scope includes tower work, equipment installation, coax, antennas, grounding per R-56 requirements, and FCC license modifications and frequency coordination. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. A site visit is required by contacting Allen Lark, and evaluation criteria include specific design characteristics, equipment quality, completion timeframe, cost-effectiveness, warranties, and references.
Specific design characteristics, equipment quality, completion timeframe, cost-effectiveness of proposal, warranties, references
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Summary
The City of Johnson City, Tennessee is requesting proposals for a new turn-key 2-site, 5-channel voting receiver conventional P-25 repeater system.
Buffalo Mountain shall have five P-25 800MHz 100-watt repeaters, while Buffalo Ridge shall have five P-25 800MHz remote receivers tied back into Buffalo Mountain, with a vendor-provided 900 MHz IP Link or similar radio backhaul method. The scope includes tower work, equipment installation, coax, antennas, grounding per R-56 requirements, and FCC license modifications and frequency coordination. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. A site visit is required by contacting Allen Lark, and evaluation criteria include specific design characteristics, equipment quality, completion timeframe, cost-effectiveness, warranties, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Specific design characteristics
- Equipment quality
- Completion timeframe
- Cost-effectiveness of proposal
- Warranties
- References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid/Proposal Bond
- Drug Free Workplace Affidavit
- Contractors Envelope Form
- Copy of State Contractor's License
- Insurance Checklist
- General Contract Form
- Submit to
- Director of Purchasing, 209 Water Street, Johnson City, TN 37601 or online via Vendor Registry portal
- 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: Director of Purchasing, 209 Water Street, Johnson City, TN 37601 or online via Vendor Registry portal. 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: Bid/Proposal Bond, Drug Free Workplace Affidavit, Contractors Envelope Form, Copy of State Contractor's License, Insurance Checklist, General Contract Form. 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.