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Posted Date: 02/17/2026 01:46 PM
RFP/IFB Title: PSS IFB26-014
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ADDENDUM No.1: PSS IFB 26-014 Outdoor PA System for SSHS
(March 18, 2026)
To: All Bidders
Please be informed of the following questions received and the Public School System's responses to the above-referenced IFB. This response is to provide clarification to the questions received from the Bidders, as listed below.
Vendors are encouraged to conduct a site visit to ensure that all questions and concerns are addressed.
Site and Environment
Q-1. What is the approximate outdoor area size in square meters or the field dimensions?
A-1 A site visit is recommended to accurately determine the area size and requirements.
Contact Person: Arisa Sakai, Vice Principal SSHS by email @arisa.sakai@cnmipss.org
or call at (670) 237-3702
Q-2. Is the coverage requirement uniform or focused toward a stage or assembly area?
A-2 Coverage will be focused toward the stage/field. A site visit is recommended.
Q-3. Will the system be used on a flat field, a covered court, or multiple locations?
A-3 The system will be used on a field. A site visit is recommended.
Power and Infrastructure
Q-4. What is the available power source on site (voltage, outlets, distance from setup point)?
A-4 A site visit is recommended to assess available power sources and setup distance.
Q-5. Are generators expected to be used during events?
A-5 No.
Q-6. Are there weather exposure risks such as rain, high humidity, or salt air, requiring equipment with an IP rating? Or will it only be used in fair weather and stored immediately after?
A-6 Yes, weather protection is required.
Q-7. Is there a requirement for battery backup or fully battery-powered operation?
A-7 No.
Usage Scenarios
Q-8. What is the primary use case (assemblies, sports events, ceremonies, emergency announcements, or all)?
A-8 All.
Q-9. What are the expected music playback sources (phone, laptop, USB drive, or dedicated media player)?
A-9 Laptops and phones.
Q-10. Is speech intelligibility prioritized over music performance, or should it be balanced?
A-10 Balanced.
Portability and Storage
Q-11. Where will the system be stored when not in use? Indoor storage room or outdoor shed?
A-11 Stored indoors in the stage area storage room.
Q-12. What is the maximum acceptable weight per component for two staff to carry?
A-12 Approximately 50 lbs.
Q-13. Are stairs involved in transport or only flat ground?
A-13 Yes, stairs are involved.
Q-14. What is the preferred transport method (wheeled rack, rolling cases, or separate lightweight units)?
A-14 Wheeled transport is preferred.
Wireless Microphone Considerations
Q-15. Are there any existing wireless systems on campus that may cause RF interference?
A-15 No.
Q-16. What is the required operating distance from stage to receiver during events?
A-16 A site visit is recommended to determine appropriate distance.
Q-17. Is there a need for rechargeable microphones versus disposable batteries?
A-17 Yes, rechargeable microphones are preferred.
Audio Control and Ease of Use
Q-18. What is the preferred mixer type: fully manual controls or simple preset operation?
A-18 Fully manual.
Q-19. Will non-technical staff operate the system regularly?
A-19 Yes.
Please see also the Instructions to Bidders.
We kindly ask you to review the questions and responses to ensure that all information is understood.
Sincerely,
Michael Jason A. Babauta
Chief Procurement & Supply Officer
cc: Dr. Lynn Mendiola, SSHS Principal
(March 18, 2026)
To: All Bidders
Please be informed of the following questions received and the Public School System's responses to the above-referenced IFB. This response is to provide clarification to the questions received from the Bidders, as listed below.
Vendors are encouraged to conduct a site visit to ensure that all questions and concerns are addressed.
Site and Environment
Q-1. What is the approximate outdoor area size in square meters or the field dimensions?
A-1 A site visit is recommended to accurately determine the area size and requirements.
Contact Person: Arisa Sakai, Vice Principal SSHS by email @arisa.sakai@cnmipss.org
or call at (670) 237-3702
Q-2. Is the coverage requirement uniform or focused toward a stage or assembly area?
A-2 Coverage will be focused toward the stage/field. A site visit is recommended.
Q-3. Will the system be used on a flat field, a covered court, or multiple locations?
A-3 The system will be used on a field. A site visit is recommended.
Power and Infrastructure
Q-4. What is the available power source on site (voltage, outlets, distance from setup point)?
A-4 A site visit is recommended to assess available power sources and setup distance.
Q-5. Are generators expected to be used during events?
A-5 No.
Q-6. Are there weather exposure risks such as rain, high humidity, or salt air, requiring equipment with an IP rating? Or will it only be used in fair weather and stored immediately after?
A-6 Yes, weather protection is required.
Q-7. Is there a requirement for battery backup or fully battery-powered operation?
A-7 No.
Usage Scenarios
Q-8. What is the primary use case (assemblies, sports events, ceremonies, emergency announcements, or all)?
A-8 All.
Q-9. What are the expected music playback sources (phone, laptop, USB drive, or dedicated media player)?
A-9 Laptops and phones.
Q-10. Is speech intelligibility prioritized over music performance, or should it be balanced?
A-10 Balanced.
Portability and Storage
Q-11. Where will the system be stored when not in use? Indoor storage room or outdoor shed?
A-11 Stored indoors in the stage area storage room.
Q-12. What is the maximum acceptable weight per component for two staff to carry?
A-12 Approximately 50 lbs.
Q-13. Are stairs involved in transport or only flat ground?
A-13 Yes, stairs are involved.
Q-14. What is the preferred transport method (wheeled rack, rolling cases, or separate lightweight units)?
A-14 Wheeled transport is preferred.
Wireless Microphone Considerations
Q-15. Are there any existing wireless systems on campus that may cause RF interference?
A-15 No.
Q-16. What is the required operating distance from stage to receiver during events?
A-16 A site visit is recommended to determine appropriate distance.
Q-17. Is there a need for rechargeable microphones versus disposable batteries?
A-17 Yes, rechargeable microphones are preferred.
Audio Control and Ease of Use
Q-18. What is the preferred mixer type: fully manual controls or simple preset operation?
A-18 Fully manual.
Q-19. Will non-technical staff operate the system regularly?
A-19 Yes.
Please see also the Instructions to Bidders.
We kindly ask you to review the questions and responses to ensure that all information is understood.
Sincerely,
Michael Jason A. Babauta
Chief Procurement & Supply Officer
cc: Dr. Lynn Mendiola, SSHS Principal
Important Dates:
Availability of Scope of Work/Specifications: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Due Date for Questions Submission: Friday, March 13, 2026 04:30 p.m.
Proposals/Bids Due: Thursday, March 26, 2026 09:30 a.m.
Description:
Outdoor PA System for Saipan Southern High School
Instructions:
Addendum No.1: Instructions To bidders
March 18, 2026
IFB26-014 Outdoor PA for SSHS
To All Bidders:
This Addendum is hereby issued to provide notice of the additional scope of work as stated below.
Michael Jason A. Babauta
Chief Procurement & Supply Officer
Cc: Dr. Lynn Mendiola, SSHS Principal
March 18, 2026
IFB26-014 Outdoor PA for SSHS
To All Bidders:
This Addendum is hereby issued to provide notice of the additional scope of work as stated below.
All Bidders must indicate in their bid submission the following.
Michael Jason A. Babauta
Chief Procurement & Supply Officer
Cc: Dr. Lynn Mendiola, SSHS Principal
