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- 2. Introduction to Metro RF Services
Metro RF Services, Inc. (a spinoff of Metro Wireless Communications
established in 1986), was founded in 2001 to provide engineering and
infrastructure development services to support the rapid expansion of
an emerging wireless industry. A decade later, Metro RF Services has
become a premier full-service contractor providing project
management, civil, and electrical solutions covering all aspects of todays
rapidly evolving telecommunications industry. With offices located in
California and New Jersey, Metro RF Services has managed
infrastructure implementation projects for both the public and private
sectors, from San Diego to Seattle and Philadelphia to Buffalo. Our
strong project management and seasoned field personnel manage all
projects hands-on to ensure complete satisfaction for all clients.
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- 3. Qualifications & Certifications
SAFETY
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Metro RF Services places safety at the forefront of everything we
do. Our staff is trained to identify all potential hazards and unsafe Regular training, certification, and refresher classes are attended
work conditions prior to beginning work on all jobsites. Our by Metro RF Services staff to ensure we stay on top of today’s
impeccable safety record is a testament to the commitment to ever evolving telecommunications industry and changing
safety that Metro RF Services lives by. technologies.
Metro RF Services provides OSHA certification training though our
full-time, in-house safety professional (OSHA 500 trainer) and
offers regular training and refresher courses in CPR/First Aid, Fall
Prevention, Man-Lift Certifications, RF/EME Awareness, Man lift
Certifications and ComTrain to name a few.
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- 4. Capabilities and Track Record
Here are some of our more notable experiences:
Site Audits - In 2004, completed approximately 500 site inventory audits for the New York City Market for T-Mobile.
Quality Assurance - In 2005 and 2006, managed and performed over 600 Quality Assurance Inspections in the NY and NJ Market
on New Site Builds for T-Mobile. In 2008, implemented Quality Assurance Polices and Procedures for a Northrop Grumman
managed project for the City of New York’s FDNY, EMS and NYPD communication systems on over 80 sites.
UMTS Site Audits – Since 2006 to 2011, completed over 700 UMTS Site Audits.
UMTS Consolidations – Since 2006 to 2011 performed over 950 UMTS (3G) Consolidations.
3G Cabinet Deployments – Since 2006 to 2011 performed over 1500 3G upgrades. Including TMAs, Antennas and Coax.
RET Repair/Replacement - In 2007, managed and performed audits and RET motor repair/replacement on approximately 1,323
sites in a three month period.
Software Upgrades - In 2008, managed and performed on-site system firmware upgrades and replacement on approximately
1,100 sites in one and a half month time-frame.
Hardware Upgrades – In 2008 upgraded the entire antenna systems on over 300 sites. In 2009, upgraded amplifiers on over 120
sites in the New York City Market in a period of three months. Exceeded all previous records set by other contractors. In 2010,
upgraded an additional 80 sites as determined by RF engineering.
Field Operations and RF Engineering - From 2004 to 2011 managed and performed over 7,000 work orders and trouble tickets.
HSPA+ Upgrades – Completed over 150 fiber installations and upgrades.
4G Site Upgrades – Since 2010 we have completed over 100 WiMax and LTE cell site upgrades.
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- 5. Project & Construction Management
Services Offered:
Project planning
From project conception, through completion, our personnel are solely
dedicated to the client, the project and the success of both. Schedule & milestone tracking
Metro RF identifies the required services and establishes realistic scopes of Project reports
work and budgets that are cost effective and achievable. This is essential to
the successful completion of the project and fulfillment of the client’s Resource management
expectations - on time and within budget.
Quality management
The success of each installation begins and ends with strong project
management. Metro RF’s practice of collection, correlation and sharing of Cost management
information on a daily basis contributes greatly to the overall success.
Timely and accurate information is paramount to the success of the Detailed close out packages
project, and crew leaders and managers are in constant contact through
our communication network. Site Audits and equipment layout drawings
(AutoCAD)
In addition, our organizational structure encourages project-related
workflow through the project manager and ensures the availability of all Tower Mapping
company resources. The project manager is empowered to provide
complete satisfaction to the client, and can provide progress reports and Structural Analysis
attend review meetings when needed.
Lane closures & Traffic Control
We are staffed with technical, construction, consulting and maintenance
personnel and have applied years of knowledge into turnkey project Logistics and material warehousing
management solutions.
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- 6. Technical Services
Technical Services Offered:
CW Drive Test
Metro RF stays ahead of the curve with a complete range of
Sweep Testing
technical services utilizing the latest technology and training.
We monitor the latest industry research and development to PIM Testing
deliver the most advanced and cost-effective technical services
to our clients. Fiber Testing
Ground Testing
RET Troubleshooting
Alarm Troubleshooting (VSWR, Diversity, TMA,
Antenna, etc.)
GPS Antenna Relocation
Network optimization
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- 7. Support Services and Optimization
Metro RF offers a wide range of site, microwave, tower, antenna and
transmission line maintenance and support services. Metro RF’s personnel
are equipped, trained and experienced in all aspects of the testing,
maintenance and inspection of electrical, electronic, RF and grounding
systems.
Tower Inspections
Pin-Point Troubleshooting
Well Trained Technicians
Necessary Tools and Training
Testing
During any phase of the project - planning, construction or operation -
Metro RF has the experienced personnel to handle your electrical and
electronic testing and certification needs. Metro RF and its affiliates have
the capability to test and certify everything electrical and electronic - from
incoming electrical power to RF transmissions to fiber.
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- 8. Maintenance
Maintenance
Metro RF’s team of professionals has the knowledge,
the experience, the ability and the equipment
necessary to provide clients with the most cost-
effective maintenance and support solutions to meet
their project needs. Metro RF works with clients to
establish a periodic inspection and maintenance
program that addresses each site’s particular
requirements.
Upon request, Metro RF will provide an emergency
response and repair program to service unforeseen
outages. Whether it’s a sector down or electrical
feeds, response times are critical, and with Metro RF
on your team, you are assured the frequency and
duration of downtime will be greatly minimized.
Most tickets are completed within 24-
48 hours from the time they are
received.
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- 9. Tower / Site Construction Services
Metro RF has the crews, the tools and the experience.
Tower Erection
Metro RF’s construction crews can perform every phase of the job, from
clearing to fencing, grading to landscaping. From rooftops to water towers, Rooftop cell site installations
monopoles to lattice towers, whip antennas to stealth panels, Metro RF’s JPA installations
crews are all experienced in tower erection, as well as antenna and
transmission line installation and alignment. Metro RF has the crews, the COAX installation
tools and the experience.
Antenna, TMA, and RET system installation
We are fully equipped and mobile.
Steel platform installation
When clients call, their needs are often immediate, and they can’t afford to
Steel fabrication
wait. Metro RF’s tower crews are fully equipped to handle any job,
anywhere, anytime. Metro RF maintains a full line of tools, equipment and Ice bridge & cable tray installation
vehicles, enabling its crews to respond as soon as possible to problems or
projects. Structural Reinforcement
We make safety a top priority. Site Decommissioning
For Metro RF’s crews, safety is the keyword on all jobs and the first priority.
Metro RF’s crews realize and understand the inherent dangers in their job,
and they exercise the highest degree of caution as a result. They have the
newest OSHA-approved safety equipment, and inspect it daily. They
regularly receive training in all aspects of safety, including rescue recovery
and fall safety through regular briefings held to ensure that safety remains
in the forefront of their daily routine.
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- 10. Tennant Improvements
General maintenance and upkeep visits help to keep your sites compound Additional Tenant Improvements
well groomed throughout the growing season. This service allows us to
prune, weed and care for your entire landscape as the need arises, Animal and pest removal
keeping your cell site looking its best throughout the year. Graffiti removal
Most Common Vandalism repair
Overgrown Brush Removal Flooring
Spray Total Vegetation Killer Framing
Debris Removal and Site Clean-Up Insulation
Grass Trimming and Weed Whacking Dry wall
Detailed report will be sent upon completion of work. HVAC
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- 11. Locations
EAST COAST LOCATION
METRO RF SERVICES, INC
130 Furler Street.
Totowa, NJ 07512
Building Size: 10,000 Square Feet
PHONE NUMBERS
OFFICE PHONE: (973) 365-0303
OFFICE FAX: (973) 365-1115
WEST COAST LOCATION
METRO RF SERVICES, INC
2320 South Archibald Ave
Ontario, CA 91761
Building Size: 8,500 Square Feet
PHONE NUMBER
OFFICE PHONE: (800) 966-0050
OFFICE FAX: (909) 230-4927
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- 12. Competence and Quality Programs
Internal
External
Internal QA audits upon completion of work performed.
Subcontracted crews are accompanied by a Metro RF lead
Budgeted time for specific projects. or Project Manager.
Weekly staff meetings are conducted. Internal QA audits upon completion of work performed by
Field Managers and Field Supervisors.
Internal SOW outlines are created for all major projects we
are involved in. Budgeted time for specific projects.
Weekly staff meetings are conducted.
Training and Certification
Internal SOW outlines are created for all major projects we
• Comtrain (Instructor Certification) – Tower Climbing and are involved in.
Safety
• OSHA 10 / OSHA 30 (510)
• CPR / First Aid
• Anritsu (Site Master)
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- 13. Project Control Programs
Pre-planning with management. Method of Procedure (MOP)
created.
Internal launch meeting with crews and review of MOP.
On-site evaluation of performance.
Schedule creation (development / integration)
Schedule analysis
Performance reporting.
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- 14. Material Management and Logistics
Inventory Management is governed internally by following policies stated in
our Inventory Process Sheet. Over the years we have developed
Over the years we have developed
strategic relationships with our
suppliers which. This enables us to
receive the best prices. In turn,
pass those discounts back to our
customers.
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- 15. Strategic Relationships
EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS
NAME TYPE CREDIT LINE TERMS
TESSCO Technologies Distribute Communication Equipment $100,000.00 NET 60
Talley Communications Distribute Communication Equipment $35,000.00 NET 60
Valmont Supplier of Mounts and Safety Equipment $15,000.00 2%10, NET 30
Hutton Communications Distribute Communication Equipment $100,000.00 NET 30
SUBCONTRACTORS
TYPE TYPE CREDIT LINE TERMS
Electrical Contractors 4 Approved Contractors In NY/NJ open NET 45
Steel Contractors 3 Approved Contractor In NY/NJ open NET 45
General Contractors Multiple open NET 45
Crane / Man lift Vendors Over 6 Approved open NET 45
Tower Owners Approvals:
We have been approved to work on towers owed and operated by the following companies.
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- 16. Contact Information
Jeff Bouquio
Senior Vice President
Mobile: (201) 936-0047
Office: (973) 365-0303
Email: Jeff@MetroRF.com
130 Furler Street
Totowa, NJ 07512
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