The City of Vancouver is seeking a qualified vendor to design, supply, install, commission, and provide five‑year support for a simulcast analogue VHF radio infrastructure solution. The solution must replace the existing VHF system, retain compatibility with current portable/mobile radios, meet Canadian regulatory approvals, and ensure ≥ 95 % coverage reliability. The contract includes a lump‑sum fee for the initial five‑year term, optional two‑year extensions (up to nine years total), and mandatory warranty and maintenance obligations.
• Design and engineering of a 4‑frequency simulcast radio system (including coverage modelling and back‑haul design).
• Supply of all hardware, software licences, and associated infrastructure (repeaters, antennas, cabling, power, etc.).
• Installation, testing, off‑hour migration, training, documentation, and a minimum five‑year support/maintenance regime.
• Compliance with Canadian ISED regulations, City’s Fair Wage policy, data‑privacy laws, and required insurance coverages.