According to a draft solicitation document from the department, “The expansion of the CBRS Network is essential to accommodate the airport’s growing passenger traffic and the increasing demand for network capacity.”
The scope of services under this potential contract will include a comprehensive analysis of MDAD’s wireless vision and road map, with a focus on the following key areas:
Current State Assessment
- Evaluate existing CBRS network infrastructure, coverage areas, capacity limitations and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns, identify pain points and assess the effectiveness of current solutions
Gap Analysis
- Identify discrepancies between the network’s current state, including coverage gaps, capacity limitations, security vulnerabilities and any lack of integration with existing systems
Needs Assessment and Future Vision
- Identify critical operations, passenger services and future applications that could benefit from the expanded network, such as baggage handling, security screening, passenger Wi-Fi and Internet of Things deployments
- Define long-term goals for the network related to passenger growth, operational efficiency targets and emerging technologies
Strategy Development
- Evaluate different CBRS options, including traditional “owned,” “neutral host” or “managed service provider” models and other innovative solutions
- Develop a comprehensive business case analysis outlining the projected financial impact of the network expansion
- Establish a robust governance framework with clear roles, responsibilities and policies for network management, security, data privacy and compliance with FCC regulations
Integration and Optimization
- Recommend a system integration strategy to ensure seamless data exchange and application support with the existing IT infrastructure, leveraging the full capabilities of the CBRS network
More detailed information about the future solicitation can be found online.
