Dalton Public Schools - DPS Radio and Communications RFP 2026 - DPS Radio and Communications RFP
Dalton City School DistrictSchool · Dalton, GA- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Irene Jones
The 30-second brief
Dalton Public Schools is soliciting sealed proposals for a complete, district-wide two-way radio communication system serving 10 schools and 14 total buildings, including the central office in Dalton, Georgia. The turnkey solution includes portable and mobile two-way radios, repeaters, antennas, towers, system design, engineering, installation, programming, training, and maintenance. Named locations include Blue Ridge Elementary, Brookwood Elementary, City Park Elementary, Park Creek Elementary, Roan Street Elementary, Westwood Elementary, Hammond Creek Middle School, Dalton Jr. High School / The Dalton Academy, Dalton High School, Harmon Field, The Dalton Stadium, Central Office, Maintenance and Operations, and the Technology Building. The contract term is for up to 60 months. Proposals are due by May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Requirements include 1 million dollar general liability insurance, workers' compensation, vehicle insurance, 3 outside references, background check information, proof of qualifications, and federal work authorization compliance.
Portable and mobile two-way radios, System infrastructure (repeaters, Antennas, Towers, And related equipment), System design and engineering, Installation, Programming, And configuration, Testing, Commissioning, And acceptance support, Training for end users and administrators, Warranty, Maintenance, And ongoing technical support, Assistance with regulatory compliance including FCC coordination
Cost (50 points), Technical Specifications (35 points), Previous Vendor Experience / References (15 points)
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Summary
Dalton Public Schools is soliciting sealed proposals for a complete, district-wide two-way radio communication system serving 10 schools and 14 total buildings, including the central office in Dalton, Georgia.
The turnkey solution includes portable and mobile two-way radios, repeaters, antennas, towers, system design, engineering, installation, programming, training, and maintenance. Named locations include Blue Ridge Elementary, Brookwood Elementary, City Park Elementary, Park Creek Elementary, Roan Street Elementary, Westwood Elementary, Hammond Creek Middle School, Dalton Jr. High School / The Dalton Academy, Dalton High School, Harmon Field, The Dalton Stadium, Central Office, Maintenance and Operations, and the Technology Building. The contract term is for up to 60 months. Proposals are due by May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Requirements include 1 million dollar general liability insurance, workers' compensation, vehicle insurance, 3 outside references, background check information, proof of qualifications, and federal work authorization compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Portable and mobile two-way radios
- System infrastructure (repeaters, Antennas, Towers, And related equipment)
- System design and engineering
- Installation
- Programming
- Configuration
- Testing
- Commissioning
- Acceptance support
- Training for end users and administrators
- Warranty
- Maintenance
- Ongoing technical support
- Assistance with regulatory compliance including FCC coordination
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Information on person preparing RFP packet
- Vendor Reference Sheet
- Proposers Declaration
- Certificate of Non-Discrimination
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- State of Georgia Prompt Pay Act Affidavit
- W-9
- Contractor Affidavit and Agreement
- Cost Proposal
- Submit to
- Dalton Public School System, Technology Department, 201 E. Franklin Street, Dalton, GA 30720 Attn: Irene Jones / [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Dalton, GA
- Reported agency
- Dalton Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Dalton City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 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: Dalton Public School System, Technology Department, 201 E. Franklin Street, Dalton, GA 30720 Attn: Irene Jones / [email protected]. For questions, contact Irene Jones.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Dalton City School District in GA, 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 Irene Jones. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Portable and mobile two-way radios, System infrastructure (repeaters, Antennas, Towers, And related equipment), System design and engineering, Installation, Programming, And configuration, Testing, Commissioning, And acceptance support, Training for end users and administrators, Warranty, Maintenanc. 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: "Cost (50 points), Technical Specifications (35 points), Previous Vendor Experience / References (15 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dalton City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Dalton City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Dalton City School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Information on person preparing RFP packet, Vendor Reference Sheet, Proposers Declaration, Certificate of Non-Discrimination, Non-Collusion Affidavit, State of Georgia Prompt Pay Act Affidavit, W-9, C. Review the full document from Dalton City School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dalton, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.