Television Service

The McHenry County Purchasing Department issued RFP 22‑5632 for comprehensive television service at the Valley Hi Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Facility, requiring replacement of aging equipment, installation of new receivers, encoders, modulators, and support for 140 cable drops. Vendors were to submit proposals covering equipment purchase, installation fees, and ongoing monthly service rates, meeting a minimum channel lineup and providing three references. The award was made to NationSat Inc., with all communications routed through Procurement Specialist Geoffrey Bauernfeind. The solicitation timeline spanned from November 17, 2022 (RFP release) to a December 7, 2022 bid deadline, with an addendum issued on December 1, 2022 clarifying equipment and service expectations. • Scope: Replace/upgrade TV distribution hardware (52 receivers, encoders, modulators, rack space) and deliver a digital TV service across 140 drops. • Requirements: Minimum channel lineup, equipment specifications, installation schedule, and ongoing per‑drop service pricing; three vendor references required. • Evaluation: 20 % qualifications, 35 % cost, 35 % compliance, 10 % references (total 100 %). • Award: NationSat Inc. (no vendor contact details disclosed). • Timeline: RFP posted 11/17/2022, questions due 11/29/2022, addendum 12/1/2022, bids due 12/7/2022.