ISP AND TOWER MANAGEMENT

Location:	Arizona
Posted:	Feb 3, 2026
Due:	Feb 23, 2026
Agency:	City of Douglas
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	65 - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
Solicitation No:	RFQ 2026 IT 006
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

City of Douglas, Arizona

Formalization of Municipal Internet Service Provider (ISP) and Tower Leasing

Management Programs

RFQ Number: 2026-IT-006

Issue Date: 2/3/2025

Submission Deadline: 2/23/2026 4:00 pm

Submission Point: Office of the City Clerk, Alma Andrade, 425 E 10th St. City of Douglas,

Arizona 85607

I. INTRODUCTION AND STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES

The City of Douglas (“City”) is issuing this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify and

select a highly qualified consultant or firm to provide strategic advisory and planning

services. The objective is to formalize two key municipal telecommunications initiatives:

1. A Municipal Internet Service Provider (ISP) Business and Operational Plan: To

develop a viable framework for the City to leverage its existing and planned fiber and

wireless infrastructure to deliver internet services, fostering digital equity and

creating sustainable revenue.

2. A Tower Leasing and Asset Management Program: To establish a professional,

standardized, and revenue-optimizing program for leasing City-owned vertical real

estate to carriers and other tenants.

The selected firm will provide the City with a comprehensive analysis, strategic

recommendations, and implementable frameworks necessary to advance from

infrastructure owner to successful service provider and asset manager.

II. PROJECT BACKGROUND

The City has made significant investments in its core telecommunications infrastructure,

with initial phases focused on supporting essential municipal operations. This foundational

network positions the City to explore expanded community and commercial applications.

To ensure these initiatives are strategically sound, operationally feasible, and financially

sustainable, the City seeks an experienced partner with proven expertise in municipal

broadband business development and wireless infrastructure monetization.

III. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Respondents must demonstrate the capability to deliver services across the following two

concurrent workstreams:

Workstream A: Municipal ISP Strategy and Operationalization

The selected firm shall be responsible for:

• Conducting a comprehensive inventory and geospatial mapping of existing City-

owned broadband assets.

• Performing a detailed market analysis, including competitive landscape, service gap

identification, and demand assessment.

• Developing detailed financial models and pro forma analyses for multiple service

delivery and business models (e.g., retail, wholesale, public-private partnership).

• Providing vendor-agnostic recommendations for Operational Support Systems

(OSS) and Business Support Systems (BSS) required for service delivery.

• Delivering a final business plan outlining recommended organizational, governance,

and operational structures for a municipal ISP.

Workstream B: Tower s Colocation Asset Monetization Program

The selected firm shall be responsible for:

• Performing a market analysis to establish competitive, tiered pricing strategies for

tower space, colocation, backhaul, and power.

• Assessing current tower assets for structural capacity, upgrade requirements, and

readiness for multiple tenants.

• Developing a complete suite of standardized legal and operational documents,

including master lease agreements, license templates, engineering review

checklists, and compliance frameworks.

• Creating carrier engagement and marketing materials to attract potential tenants.

• Recommending and assisting in the implementation of a lease management

software solution for tracking, compliance, and revenue management.

IV. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Interested firms must submit one (1) original and five (3) copies of their Statement of

Qualifications, organized in the following sequence:

A. Letter of Interest and Executive Summary: A transmittal letter (not to exceed two

pages) signed by an authorized representative, summarizing the firm’s understanding of the

project and key qualifications.

B. Firm Qualifications and Relevant Project Experience:

1. Company history, structure, and years in business.

2. Detailed descriptions of at least three (3) relevant and recent projects (within the

last 5 years) demonstrating direct experience in:

o Municipal or Public-Sector Broadband/ISP Business Planning.

o Telecommunications Tower Portfolio Management and Monetization.

o Telecommunications Financial Modeling and Rate Development.

For each project, include: client name, project scope, specific services

provided, project duration, and a client reference contact.

C. Key Personnel and Project Team:

1. Identify the proposed Project Manager and key team members who will be assigned

to this engagement.

2. Provide résumés for each, highlighting specific experience related to the Scope of

Services.

3. Clearly define the roles and responsibilities of each team member.

D. Project Understanding and Proposed Approach: A narrative (not to exceed five pages)

outlining the firm’s understanding of the City’s objectives and a high-level methodological

approach to completing both workstreams.

E. References: Provide at least three (3) professional references from clients for whom

similar services have been performed, including contact name, title, organization, phone

number, and email address.

F. Miscellaneous: Include a copy of the firm’s current business license, proof of insurance,

and any other relevant certifications.

V. SELECTION CRITERIA AND PROCESS

Submissions will be evaluated by a City selection committee based on the following

weighted criteria:

1. Firm Experience and Past Performance (35%): Demonstrated success with similar

projects for public-sector clients, particularly in municipal telecommunications.

2. Qualifications and Expertise of Proposed Project Team (30%): Experience and

credentials of key personnel assigned to the project.

3. Project Understanding and Proposed Methodology (25%): Clarity and

comprehensiveness of the proposed approach to meet the City’s objectives.

4. References (10%): Strength and relevance of client feedback.

Following the evaluation of written submissions, the City may invite the top-ranked firms

for interviews or request additional clarifications before making a final selection.

VI. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• The City reserves the right to reject any or all submissions, to waive any informalities

or irregularities, and to select the firm deemed most advantageous to the City.

• This RFQ does not commit the City to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred

in the preparation of a response.

• The selected firm will be required to enter into a professional services agreement

with the City of Douglas.

• All materials submitted become the property of the City of Douglas and may be

subject to public records requests.

VII. QUESTIONS AND CONTACT INFORMATION

All questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted in writing via email to the designated

contact below no later than 2/17/2026 by 4:00 pm. Answers will be compiled and issued as

an addendum to all potential respondents.

Primary Contact for this RFQ:

Rene Rios

Procurement Specialist

City of Douglas

rene.rios@douglasaz.gov

(520) 417-7317

ATTACHMENT A

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

THIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered into this ___ day of

_______, 2026, by and between the CITY OF DOUGLAS, ARIZONA, an Arizona municipal corporation (“City”),

and _______________, a _________ corporation (“Consultant”).

WHEREAS the City desires to retain a consultant or firm or firm to provide strategic advisory and

planning services. The objective is to formalize two key municipal telecommunications initiatives:

WHEREAS, in procuring these services, City has complied with the procedures set forth in the City of

Douglas City Code and City of Douglas Charter.

WHEREAS, in procuring these services, City has complied with the procedures set forth in the City of

Douglas City Code and City of Douglas Charter.

NOW, THEREFORE, City agrees to retain and does hereby retain Consultant and Consultant agrees to

provide the services required according to the terms and conditions and for the consideration hereinafter

set forth:

1. CONSULTANT’S DUTIES: Consultant agrees to perform the following professional services in

connection with the Project:

A Municipal Internet Service Provider (ISP) Business and Operational Plan: To develop a viable

framework for the City to leverage its existing and planned fiber and wireless infrastructure to deliver

internet services, fostering digital equity and creating sustainable revenue. A Tower Leasing and Asset

Management Program: To establish a professional, standardized, and revenue-optimizing program for

leasing City-owned vertical real estate to carriers and other tenants.

See attached Exhibit A, which are incorporated into this Agreement

2. COMPENSATION: In accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, City shall

compensate Consultant for its professional services as follows:

3. TERM; COMPLETION DATE. The term of this Agreement shall commence upon execution by both

Parties and shall continue until the completion of the Project. The Project shall be completed within ___

months after the execution of this Agreement, unless extended in writing by the parties.

4. CONSULTANT BILLING: Consultant shall bill City monthly on a time and expenses basis in a total

amount not to exceed Section 2 above. City shall pay such billings within thirty (30) days of the date of

receipt of the Consultant’s invoice, unless a good faith dispute exists as to any obligation to pay all or a

portion of the invoice.

5. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK: The City or its designee shall have the right to reject all or any work

product submitted under this Agreement which does not meet the required specifications. In the event of

any such rejection, the Consultant agrees to promptly remedy any and all deficiencies. No compensation

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Number:	RFQ 2026 IT 006
Bid Title:	ISP AND TOWER MANAGEMENT
Category:	Professional Services
Status:	Open

ISP AND TOWER MANAGEMENT

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