Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Telecommunications Consulting for Public Safety
Since 1998, ACD Telecom has established itself as a leader in public safety communications consulting. Our team combines over 40 years of collective experience in radio communications design, spectrum management, and regulatory compliance to deliver tailored solutions for emergency responders. We specialize in broadband deployment, cybersecurity, and coverage testing, ensuring agencies nationwide maintain reliable, interoperable systems. Our expertise in APCO Project 25 standards and federal grant programs positions us to guide clients through complex technological transitions. With a proven track record of successful implementations across 25+ states, we prioritize client needs through hands-on project management and transparent communication.Our commitment to advancing public safety infrastructure is reflected in our partnerships with organizations like Federated Wireless and our advocacy for first responder spectrum needs at the FCC and NTIA. Backed by 85% client retention through renewals and referrals, we maintain rigorous quality standards through continuous system testing and compliance with TSB-88 benchmarks. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates system design, regulatory filings, and performance validation to meet evolving public safety demands.
Services
Broadband Deployment
APCO Project 25
Spectrum Management
Coverage Testing
Cybersecurity
Regulatory Compliance
LTE Network Design
System Integration
Public Safety Consulting
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized expertise in public safety spectrum advocacy
- Our team includes APCO Project 25 committee founding members
- We implement patented propagation mapping for precise coverage analysis
- Our consultants hold 8+ industry certifications including CISSP and CCSP
- We provide 24/7 project management support during critical system transitions
Associations and certifications
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
What people say
Outstanding services
Extremely responsive
Well-informed and experienced
Instrumental in project success
Hands on approach
Services
Broadband Deployment
ACD Telecom provides end-to-end broadband deployment solutions for public safety agencies. Our services include system design, regulatory compliance, and coverage analysis to ensure reliable high-speed connectivity. We specialize in fixed wireless solutions and federal grant assistance for infrastructure development.
APCO Project 25
We implement APCO Project 25 compliant communication systems with expertise in trunked radio networks and interoperability standards. Our team includes founding committee members who ensure compliance with TSB-88 benchmarks and modernize legacy systems for enhanced performance.
Spectrum Management
Our spectrum management services optimize radio frequency usage for emergency responders. We handle FCC Form 601 filings, interference analysis, and regional planning in 700/800 MHz bands to prevent communication disruptions during critical operations.
Coverage Testing
We conduct comprehensive coverage testing using TSB-88 compliant methodologies. Our engineers perform in-building and on-street signal measurements, LTE/RSRP analysis, and propagation mapping to identify coverage gaps and ensure reliable communication for first responders.
Cybersecurity
Our cybersecurity services protect public safety communication infrastructure through vulnerability assessments and mitigation strategies. Certified professionals implement secure network architectures and compliance frameworks to safeguard critical systems from cyber threats.
People
Maria Shahnami
President
President with 25+ years of public safety project experience, having worked on 42+ agency projects nationwide. Advocate for spectrum needs before federal agencies including FCC and FEMA.
Ali Shahnami
Vice President
Vice President with 38+ years of FCC regulatory expertise, leading 800 MHz rebanding projects and serving as APCO headquarters representative for Project 25 standards development.
Bob Yeager
Project Manager
Project Manager with 26+ years of experience overseeing system design and vendor coordination for public safety communications systems, ensuring timely and budget-compliant deployments.
Jose Velez
Principal Tech Consultant
Principal Consultant with CISSP and CCSP certifications, specializing in wireless network design and cybersecurity frameworks for government agencies.
Jon Powell
RF Engineer
RF Engineer with expertise in P25 systems and FCC regulatory compliance, specializing in efficient spectrum allocation and propagation analysis for public safety networks.
Questions
What public safety communication services do you offer?
We provide broadband deployment, APCO Project 25 systems, spectrum management, coverage testing, and cybersecurity services tailored for emergency response agencies.
How do you help with federal grant applications?
Our team assists with BEAD, BIL, and NTIA grant applications, including needs assessments, technical documentation, and compliance reporting for broadband funding programs.
What makes your coverage testing unique?
We use TSB-88 compliant methodologies with STI 9400 receivers and Sonim devices for precise P25/LTE signal measurements, providing both technical and layman-friendly analysis reports.
Do you work with local government agencies?
Yes, we collaborate with 911 centers, law enforcement, and emergency services nationwide on system upgrades, regulatory compliance, and interoperability planning.
How do you ensure system interoperability?
Our engineers implement APCO Project 25 standards and develop regional planning strategies that enable seamless communication between agencies during multi-jurisdictional operations.
