Renovation of a transportation facility in Birmingham, Alabama. Completed plans call for the renovation of a transportation facility.

The goal of this procurement effort is to enter into a contract with the best-valued Contractor to supply and install a UHF DMR Simulcast Radio System that is P25 capable as described in this RFP. Purpose The intent of this Request for Proposal is to obtain the services of a qualified professional firm to provide a comprehensive design and replacement of the existing UHF Radio System for Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport with a UHF DMR Simulcast Radio System that is P25 capable, the new system will include digital paging. The services will include purchase, installation, programming, as well as migration and training. This also includes the procurement of sixty-five (65) handheld radios programmed to the new system. Question Deadline 04/21/2025 at 2:00 PM CT All questions associated with this RFP must be submitted in writing via e-mail to Ed Seoane, Vice President of Purchasing, at eseoane@flybirmingham.com by the deadline identified for questions/clarifications (see timeline). Integration The system must seamlessly integrate with the current phone systems as well as backwards compatibility for the current handheld radios. Service and Support 24 months of maintenance, parts, software updates, and technical support is required. Installation and Training Software must be installed by the vendor on procured consoles. The BHM IT team will oversee the installation and assist with system management. The selected vendor is required to administer training upon completion of installation. Expectation of Work Provide a 2 position AVTEC Scout EX console system with UPS, I/O options and Instant Recall for the operator positions. Provide the interface to the Capacity Plus MotTrbo system with the ability to have at least 22 end points. Provide and install the logging recorder and confirm its recording all correct talk groups and radio resources as well as the phones. Stage AVTEC dispatch system to include loading all software on workstations. The term of the agreement resulting from this solicitation is 6 months.