FC-192-26 – Maryland FiRST Coverage Improvement Program – In Building

The Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT) is seeking a qualified contractor, already holding a Radio Communications 2018 Master Contract, to design, furnish, install, test, and provide a two‑year warranty for an in‑building antenna/amplifier (Bi‑Directional Amplifier – BDA) system at the Cruise Maryland Terminal in Baltimore. The effort will improve public‑safety radio coverage (MD FiRST 700 MHz system) within a 65,880 sq ft facility, mitigate interference from nearby carriers, and meet stringent NFPA fire‑code and life‑safety standards. Work must be completed within 180 working days from Notice to Proceed, include comprehensive testing, training, documentation, and ongoing maintenance. Submissions are due September 22, 2026 via the state’s eMMA e‑procurement portal. • Design a BDA/DAS solution meeting -90 dBm inbound/outbound signal strength and DAQ 3.4 audio quality. • Install hardware, perform grid testing, and achieve 99 % reliability in critical areas and 90 % elsewhere. • Provide 30‑day post‑installation acceptance testing and a 2‑year warranty/maintenance period. • Deliver detailed design documents, test plans, as‑built drawings, and training for MD FiRST and MPA staff. • Coordinate daily with the State Project Manager and adhere to NFPA 1, 101, 1221 standards.