Flathead County Conventional VHF Radio Repeater System RFP 2026
Flathead CountyCounty · Kalispell, MT- Due
- Apr 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Eric Wyman
- (406) 758-2483
The 30-second brief
Request for Proposal for a Conventional VHF Radio Repeater System, including installation and servicing of emergency communications equipment, for the I.T. Department of Flathead County.
Installation and servicing of radios, Repeaters, Base stations, Combiners, Antennas, Cabling, Racking, Power systems, Gateways, Monitoring, Integration with existing regional interoperability gateways, And other emergency communications equipment. Vendor must provide 24/7/365 emergency repair capabilities and warranty work.
Award of the contract will be based on the evaluation criteria set forth in the RFP document, pursuant to Montana law.
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Summary
Request for Proposal for a Conventional VHF Radio Repeater System, including installation and servicing of emergency communications equipment, for the I.T. Department of Flathead County.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Award of the contract will be based on the evaluation criteria set forth in the RFP document, pursuant to Montana law.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Installation and servicing of radios
- Repeaters
- Base stations
- Combiners
- Antennas
- Cabling
- Racking
- Power systems
- Gateways
- Monitoring
- Integration with existing regional interoperability gateways
- Other emergency communications equipment
Vendor must provide 24/7/365 emergency repair capabilities and warranty work.
- Submit to
- Flathead County Commissioners Office, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, MT 59901
- Scope location
- Flathead County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Flathead County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Flathead County Commissioners Office, 800 South Main, Room 302, Kalispell, MT 59901. For questions, contact Eric Wyman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Flathead County in MT, 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 Eric Wyman at (406) 758-2483. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Installation and servicing of radios, Repeaters, Base stations, Combiners, Antennas, Cabling, Racking, Power systems, Gateways, Monitoring, Integration with existing regional interoperability gateways, And other emergency communications equipment. Vendor must provide 24/7/365 emergency repair capabi. 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: "Award of the contract will be based on the evaluation criteria set forth in the RFP document, pursuant to Montana law." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Flathead County?
All active and historical solicitations from Flathead County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Flathead County 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 2 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. Review the full document from Flathead County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Flathead County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.