Emergency P25 Radio Communications (BVWACS)

Overview

The Brazos Valley Wide Area Communications System (BVWACS) is an interoperable radio system using Project 25 (P25) standards for federal, state, and local public safety communication. Texas A&M University's Police and Emergency Medical Services use this system to ensure regional interoperability, especially during large-scale emergencies.

Getting Started

The P25 system is proprietary and requires compatible, authorized radios. Texas A&M partners with Texas Communications for purchasing and programming P25 radios. Contact Kris Kram at 979-255-8010 for purchasing or rentals. For general questions, email tcom-request@tamu.edu.

Request

Submit a P25 Radio Service work order to tcom-request@tamu.edu for support and coordination.

Cost

Texas A&M University (Part 02) rates are displayed below. See General Computing Rates for TAMUS, Non-TAMUS, and Auxiliary Rates.

Service Details

BVWACS is integrated with the Harris County Regional Radio System (TXWARN), creating a 17-county regional network. The system allows interoperability for public safety across regions from Galveston to the Brazos Valley and beyond.

Features

• Real-time public safety coordination
• Access to TXWARN’s 17-county infrastructure
• Interoperable communication across regional agencies

Guidelines

• Primary use is for public safety and emergency operations
• Only authorized, programmed radios may access the system
• Texas Communications is the approved vendor