The City of Pittsburgh has awarded a contract to Bear Communications for the repair of radios and radio equipment. The contract period is from January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2020, with two one-year options to renew. The vendor is required to provide proof of technician certification and must have been established for at least 10 years as a two-way mobile radio communications service facility. The contract includes requirements for the vendor to perform work on an as-needed basis, including installation, removal, repair, service, or modification of radio equipment. The vendor must also provide an equipment record containing specific information within five business days of work completion. Some key points of the contract include:
• The vendor must use original manufacturer parts or approved equal when performing work under the contract.
• The vendor must ensure that all work performed meets minimum productivity levels, including three complete vehicle installs per day and five radio repairs per day.
• The vendor is responsible for loss of or damage to City property from the time the vendor removes it from the City's Telecommunications Shop until it is returned in good operating and physical condition.
• The vendor must provide proof of insurance, including general liability, workers' compensation, and automotive liability insurance.
• The contract includes a non-discrimination clause, requiring the vendor to comply with applicable provisions of the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances and the Americans with Disabilities Act.