Microwave Radio Equipment Installation

The contract involves the Santa Clara Valley Water District seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive installation, engineering, and support services for Aviat Eclipse IRU600 all-indoor microwave radios and antennas across multiple sites in California. The scope includes program and project management, network and transmission engineering, conducting site surveys, installing antenna systems, waveguides, and indoor radio equipment, as well as system integration, alignment, and testing. Contractors will also handle frequency coordination, FCC licensing support, and perform cutover activities during business hours, ensuring seamless network upgrades or expansions. All field engineers engaged in the project must possess Aviat certification in IRU600 and ProVision NMS, with proven experience in large-scale microwave projects to meet quality standards and project requirements. The procurement process is structured around detailed bid submissions, with a response deadline set for November 14, 2025, and a project budget estimated between 500,000 and 2 million dollars. The contract emphasizes strict safety and insurance compliance, requiring contractors to submit comprehensive safety qualification packets and adhere to insurance coverage standards outlined in the revised consultant insurance requirements document. The contractual framework is supported by standard public works contract templates, which specify scope, permits, invoicing, change procedures, and termination clauses. Additional documentation includes a detailed bid schedule covering various installation and testing tasks for multiple hops, ensuring transparent pricing and scope clarity. Confidentiality agreements further safeguard sensitive information throughout the project's lifecycle.