Description
The State of Michigan’s Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) – Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) is issuing an RFI to gather industry insight on “Enhanced Cellular Solutions” that can boost outdoor cellular signals inside state‑owned buildings. The agency seeks fully managed, isolated, end‑to‑end systems that include hardware (rack‑mount cabinets, indoor baseband and radio units, cabling, conduit) and comprehensive service models (design, installation, testing, ongoing monitoring, support, and SLAs). Vendors must address technical specifications (4x4 MIMO, multi‑band 4G/5G, support for AT&T, T‑Mobile, Verizon, PoE++ power, non‑interference with DTMB networks) and provide cost structures (CapEx, OpEx, hybrid) as well as value‑added features (analytics, RF optimization, disaster recovery). The RFI does **not** constitute a contract award; responses will be used for market research and future procurement planning.
• Target audience: vendors with proven cellular‑signal‑enhancement products and managed‑service capabilities, especially those experienced with government or public‑sector deployments.
• Technical scope: hardware that supports 2x2–4x4 MIMO, LTE/NR, multiple carrier bands, rack‑mountable indoor units, PoE++ power, and compliance with State IT infrastructure policies.
• Service scope: full lifecycle management (design, install, test, operate, support) delivered in an isolated manner from DTMB networks.
• Deliverables: completed “Supplier Capabilities – Vendor Question Set” Excel spreadsheet covering solution overview, technical details, security/compliance, service model, implementation plan, cost options, and value‑added options.
• Timeline: questions due Oct 22 2026, response deadline Nov 12 2026. Oral presentations may be requested.
• Evaluation: information will inform future procurement strategy, pricing models, and technology selection for statewide indoor cellular coverage improvements.