The University of South Florida Information Technology Department owns a 355' telecommunications tower located at 13351 USF Plum Drive, Tampa, FL 33620. The purpose of this Solicitation is for USF to identify multiple qualified Cell Tower Construction & Maintenance Company's, that are able to complete the necessary Inspections (LOT1), Repair and Maintenance (LOT 2) of USF's tower. USF through the solicitation process will identify which Supplier(s) proposal offers the best value for the university. Other USF entities may choose to use awarded Supplier(s) in support of other towers owned by USF. Question Submission Close Date
11/7/2022 2:00 PM EST USF's preference is to award to a single company for both Inspections and Maintenance and Repairs, but consideration will be given to awarding each LOT separately if it is determined to be in the best interests of the university. USF is a high-impact, global research university located in Tampa Bay on Florida's west coast. It is one of the largest public universities in the nation, and among the top 50 universities for federal research expenditures. USF is one of only four Florida public universities classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in the top tier of research universities, a distinction attained by only 2.3 percent of all universities. At the heart of USF is a vibrant, diverse, and engaged student body. Serving nearly 48,000 students, the USF System has an annual budget of $1.5 billion and an annual economic impact of $4.4 billion. The USF System includes three institutions, each separately accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools: USF Tampa; USF St. Petersburg; and USF Sarasota-Manatee. In addition, the USF Tampa location is home to USF Health, including the Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, and Pharmacy. With 180-degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, specialty and doctoral levels, including the doctor of medicine, there's something for everyone at USF. USF is focused on student success offering a dynamic learning environment that inspires innovation, creativity, and collaboration. The USF faculty consists of more than 2,000 distinguished scholars, researchers, and expert teachers, nearly all holding PhDs or the highest degrees in their fields. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference, with 17 men's and women's varsity teams competing at the NCAA level. New facilities for practice and competition, along with a completely renovated USF Sun Dome, put the University's athletic facilities on par with virtually every top program in the country. Response to Supplier Questions: Friday, November 18, 2022 Intent to Award: Friday, January 12, 2023
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