What does Civil Defense Agency do?

The Civil Defense Agency of the County of Hawaii, based in Hilo, is tasked with ensuring resilient and reliable emergency communication systems to support public safety and disaster response across the Big Island. Its core mission centers on maintaining uninterrupted radio communication networks that enable coordinated emergency operations, situational awareness, and interagency coordination during natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and severe weather events. Strategic priorities include modernizing legacy radio infrastructure, enhancing signal coverage in remote and mountainous terrain, and ensuring interoperability with state and federal emergency response entities. Key programs focus on real-time alert dissemination, field-deployable communication assets, and system redundancy to sustain operations during critical infrastructure failures. The agency’s procurement activity is heavily concentrated on connectivity services for radio communications, specifically under NAICS 517312, which encompasses wireless telecommunications resellers and network service providers. Contracts are typically structured as service-based solicitations for installation, maintenance, and operational support of land mobile radio systems, microwave links, and trunked radio infrastructure. Procurements emphasize performance-based outcomes, including uptime guarantees, frequency coordination, and compliance with FCC regulations for public safety bands. Industry preferences are narrowly focused on vendors with expertise in public safety radio networks, RF engineering, and emergency communication system integration. The agency does not currently utilize set-asides or diversity programs in its procurement strategy, indicating a primary emphasis on technical capability and system reliability over socioeconomic preferences. Vendor relationships are built around proven track records in deploying ruggedized, mission-critical communications in challenging environmental conditions. As a component of the County of Hawaii, the Civil Defense Agency operates statewide within the island jurisdiction, managing emergency operations centers and field communication units. It relies on direct solicitations and competitive bidding processes to acquire essential telecommunications infrastructure, prioritizing mission continuity over cost efficiency in its acquisition framework.

How do I find contracts from Civil Defense Agency?

You can find contracts from Civil Defense Agency on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

What contracts does Civil Defense Agency award?

Civil Defense Agency awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with Civil Defense Agency?

To do business with Civil Defense Agency, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for Civil Defense Agency?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Civil Defense Agency in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

Where is Civil Defense Agency located?

Civil Defense Agency is located in Hilo, HI. While the agency may have offices in multiple locations, contract opportunities can be performed at various places of performance across the country.

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Civil Defense Agency

Part of Hawaii · Hilo, Hawaii

The Civil Defense Agency of the County of Hawaii, based in Hilo, is tasked with ensuring resilient and reliable emergency communication systems to support public safety and disaster response across the Big Island. Its core mission centers on maintaining uninterrupted radio communication networks that enable coordinated emergency operations, situational awareness, and interagency coordination during natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and severe weather events.

Civil Defense Agency is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors.

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