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Purchase of Very High Frequency (VHF) Simulcast Timing Reference (Sole Source) (Lifecycle Upgrade) for the TOPAZ Regional Wireless Cooperative (TRWC) as requested by Department of Innovation and Technology (Citywide)
This project will replace the existing timing reference receivers for the VHF radio system. The VHF Radio system is used for mission-critical, two-way, on-scene communications for the Mesa Fire and Medical Department and other TRWC partners. The timing reference receivers are needed to synchronize radio transmissions between multiple radio sites. The existing timing receivers are no longer supported by the manufacturer.
The Department of Innovation and Technology and Purchasing recommend authorizing the sole source purchase with Smiths Interconnect, Inc., at $146,372.72, based on estimated requirements. The cost of this purchase will be shared among the Fire and Medical members of the TRWC (City of Mesa, 68.68%; Town of Gilbert, 17.16%; Superstition District, 10.01%; ...
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