Waterford Consultants provides assistance in initiating or improving Emergency Communication Systems. We work with our clients to assess the specific system requirements and provide recommendations based on these needs. Once a system is selected we work with our clients through implementation, acceptance and commissioning of this system. In working with Waterford Consultants our engineering expertise ensures that you receive high quality service through every step of the process.
Narrowbanding
Deadlines
Private land mobile users need to aggressively develop a strategy to meet narrowband deadlines to avoid cancellation of existing wideband FCC authorizations. The first important deadlines is January 1, 2011, after which the FCC will cease granting applications for new or expanded operations using 25 kHz channels. The FCC will also prohibit the manufacture of certain 25 kHz equipment. The migration deadline is January 1, 2013, and operators not in compliance by that date face the loss of communications capabilities. Cost effective planning for uninterrupted service must begin right away. See the National Institute of Justice for more information.
Next Steps
Your options can range from a strait forward and inexpensive upgrade of equipment to an overhaul of systems and capabilities. Waterford offers a comprehensive needs assessment to uncover alternatives, plan budgets, and establish time lines. Our team can help you manage your transition.
- Evaluate Current & Long Term Needs
- Document Need
- Public Meetings
- Prepare RFP
- Evaluate RFP
- Frequency Planning
- Vendor Selection
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Management
- System Test and Validation
- Systems Acceptance
- Ongoing Performance Review
