Rail Runner Wireless System
Deadline extended to 8/1/2008
The State of New Mexico wants to provide qualified vendors with sufficient information to prepare and submit responses for consideration by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (hereinafter referred to as "DOT") regarding the implementation and operation of free public wireless internet access on the Rail Runner train. For purposes of this RFP, this project will be referred to as the Rail Runner Wireless System (RRWS). The Rail Runner train service itself has been split into two phases; Phase-I of the project which is currently in operation between Belen and Bernalillo, and Phase II of the project which extends the service from Bernalillo to Santa Fe scheduled for completion in December 2008.
1, The successful offeror will be required to install and operate equipment necessary to provide this service.
2. The wireless service must be continuous and include stations as well as capabilities while on route.
3. The Rail Runner wireless system on the train must meet the requirements and interface with a broadband multipoint wireless service provider.
4. It is the goal of the DOT to have The Rail Runner Wireless System implemented in the two phases with the Phase I between Belen and Bernalillo operational within 120 days of contract award and Phase II into Santa Fe fully operational when the Rail Runner starts service in December 2008.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. The wireless system must be flexible and scalable for coverage as the service area for the Rail Runner expands, in Phase II to Santa Fe.
2. A single broadband wireless network service utilized shall provide high quality of service, reliability, and security utilizing proven industry standard security technologies for the entire distance of the Rail Runner operations.
3. The contractor will establish a service agreement with the most advantageous single broadband wireless network provider on behalf of the DOT.
4. It is significant to note that the route of the Rail Runner crosses several municipal and tribal boundaries. Obtaining right-of-way for some areas may not be attainable within the time allocated for this project.
5. Operations and Maintenance Services Contract shall begin upon acceptance of the system by the DOT and shall be for a term of 36 calendar months.
