Communications Tower Services

The Jefferson County Board in Mt Vernon, Illinois, is seeking comprehensive design, engineering, and permitting services for a new 250-foot self-supporting communications tower and associated site improvements. The agency requires an efficient, realistic project schedule that supports timely permitting, design completion, and construction readiness to establish reliable communications infrastructure. The selected contractor must coordinate and procure boundary and topographic surveys required for design and permitting. The scope of work covers the design of mounting systems for antennas, platforms, and cable management, as well as the design of electrical service, grounding, and lightning protection systems. Additionally, the agency requires assistance in preparing contractor bid packages, conducting environmental and historic preservation reviews, and identifying zoning requirements, setbacks, and land use constraints. Only organizations based in the United States are eligible to bid on this opportunity. The agency requires the selected contractor to perform all work onsite in Mt Vernon, Illinois. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally via email or through the designated online portal, and the agency is currently looking for proposal pricing rather than providing a pre-determined budget. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted no later than June 24, 2026.