Due to Kaho‛olawe’s remoteness and the still-present dangers of UXO, communications to and from the island must remain unbroken at all times. The Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, equipment and material to operate, maintain and repair all existing communications systems and radio hardware. This includes, but is not limited to, the photovoltaic security system, telephone, Internet and satellite television service; telecommunications transmission lines (telephone, facsimile, Internet); antennas and dishes; microwave radio communication equipment; solar panels and battery equipment; hand-held radios; radio batteries and base stations; and radio repeater site rental. Regular and preventive maintenance of batteries is critical. The Contractor shall obtain all required operating permits, and all communications systems shall comply with HERO safety guidelines. It is suggested that quotes be formatted in a line-item fashion. The Contractor shall not be responsible for the repair, maintenance or replacement of telephones, cellular phones, facsimile machines, or computer equipment (CPUs, monitors, printers). On-island personnel employed or contracted by KIRC provide regular maintenance of all base camp facilities and shall maintain the back-up generator and the batteries in the Communications Tower and the Communications Bunker at LZ Seagull. These personnel also can assist with troubleshooting and emergency repairs, though such responsibilities shall rest with the Contractor...