Communications Tower Services

The City of Mesa awarded a multi‑vendor, firm‑fixed‑price contract to provide comprehensive communications‑tower support services across municipal and leased sites. The scope covers tower inspections, structural maintenance, antenna and microwave dish installation/removal, transmission‑line testing, lighting, bonding/grounding, emergency response, and detailed documentation, with mandatory safety certifications for all field personnel. Four firms share the $216,000 annual budget, each responsible for a subset of towers and services, under a three‑year term with renewal options. • Services include routine inspections, repairs, equipment upgrades, and 24×7 emergency call response. • Mandatory qualifications: Arizona ROC registration, climber and tower‑rescue certifications, use of OEM‑approved parts, and a minimum one‑year warranty on labor and materials. • Contract requires extensive insurance, lawful‑presence affidavits, and compliance with OSHA, FCC, FAA, and TIA‑222H standards.