The goal of this Project is to ensure the implementation of a cost-effective, highly reliable public safety radio system that meets the State’s needs for the next 10 to 15 years. The State Public Safety Radio System Project shall provide: A replacement radio system including infrastructure equipment and software that complies with the most recent version of the APCO P25 suite of standards. Radio system users with at least the same level of functionality and configurability as the existing system. Radio system users with increased coverage. Stakeholders with periodic updates and review cycles and ample opportunity to provide input/feedback throughout the project. A stable, reliable radio infrastructure. The flexibility to take advantage of future technologies, including mixed mode operation (analog conventional, and P25 Phase 1 and Phase 2) and push-to-talk (PTT) over cellular. A solution that leverages existing communications infrastructure (sites/facilities) to the greatest extent possible. Enhanced interoperability with local, regional, State, and Federal first responder agencies. Reserve capacity for use during major catastrophic events. This RFP is part of an ongoing effort to enhance mission critical radio communications and interoperability in Wisconsin. The detailed scope of this project is contained in the Functional Specifications document.
