Specifications include, but are not limited to: 4.Site Preparation:4.1The Vendorshall provide all necessary site preparationwork for installation of the AWOS, which includes, but is not limited to grading, leveling, grubbing, and making the site acceptable for installation of necessary foundations and equipment.4.2Electrical power supply and telephone line for the operation of the system shall be provided by the airport sponsor. The electrical power supply shall terminate with an electrical disconnect 25 feet from the designated installation location. The telephone line shall also terminate at this location in an appropriate box.4.3Vendorshall provide and install control and data cables in conduit from the AWOS CPU to remote sensors. RF transmitter and receiver shall be provided to the site by the Vendor, if required. 4.4Vendor shall construct concrete foundations for tower base and other equipment. AWOS Manufacturer shall submit foundation drawings specific to selected site and equipment with specified concrete compressive strength and reinforcing requirements.4.5Following installation, site shall be cleaned, debris removed and surface leveled to that of surrounding areas to allow for mowing and maintenance of the areadisturbed.5.Installation:5.1.Vendor shall not proceed with installation until approved schedule is developed and only following a notice to proceed by the Owner.5.2The work shall be performed by the AWOS manufacturer or approved contractor regularly engaged in work of this type, and shall include furnishing and installing the equipment, calibration, start-up, and commissioning of equipment. 5.3Sensors shall be installed at the locations and elevations as approved by Owner/State and the Federal Aviation Administration. All connections of the cables to the sensors, AWOS tower, processing unit and data terminal will be in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. VHF antenna shall be mounted at the AWOS site, unless other location is approved by Owner/State. 5.4Vendorshall provide and install control and data cables in conduit from the AWOS CPU to remote sensors. RF transmitter and receiver shall be provided to the site by the Vendor, if required. 5.5Vendorshall anticipate multiple installation visits as conditions dictate.