Communication & Information Technology Regulatory Authority Cell Tower Requirements

Cell Tower Requirements

Applicant selection requirements in order to obtain a valid license to built, erect, and repair radio and radar towers

Determination is based on three evaluation criteria for companies applying for the above-mentioned license. They will need to meet and adhere to the relevant regulations and decisions

By CITRA. These are:

General Company Business Plan

No.	General company plan
1	A sound strategy and plotted action plan that adds value to the Kuwaiti telecommunications market, as well as a proven track record of success.
2	A complete market study, including a five-year plan with pricing rationale, and a goal of ongoing service quality improvement over time.
3	The quality of range and degree of services provided, including current and future innovations and services.
4	Comprehensive management of business affairs, including administrative, sales, customer service, maintenance operations and marketing plans.
5	Human Resources plan (HR), laying out the degree of commitment and compliance to Kuwaitization in staff, in accordance with the laws and regulations of the Public Authority for Manpower.

The Company Technical Abilities Plan

No.	General company plan
1	A brief description of proposed plan and the proposed approach to providing said services in Kuwait including launch date of service and Recommended areas of focus.
2	A detailed and thorough description of the constructed infrastructure and facilities adjacent to the tower.
3	Availability of alternative solutions in the event of external events (with consideration to timescale) to ensure that adequate coverage is accessible at all times.
4	Proven financial and technical ability to construct and maintain towers according to international best practice standards as well as those standards issued by CITRA.
5	High degree of on-site occupational safety standards that seek to limit accidents to workers and ensure their safety at all times.
6	Green environmental management policies and standards that are proven to have the least damaging effects on the environment.
7	Building codes and standards compliance in order to complete long-standing buildings, and to fortify them against climatic conditions such as internal cracking due to rain; or building collapse due to defective construction; or use of low quality building materials used with disregard to building codes and standards.

Company & Partnership

A record of foreign market experience and partnerships in cell tower business, in particular:

No.	General company plan
1	Total number of years of partnership The number of companies currently in operation Total annual revenue for all the tower businesses over the past two years A description of services currently offered on those locations Operational descriptions and plans regarding partners located and operating in international markets A breakdown of the organization’s contribution to the telecommunications sector with regards to international markets
2	Have at least 3 years of technical on-hand experience in the field of construction and maintenance of communications towers.
	* In the event of a joint cooperation between a local business entity and an international one, the international entity’s share must not be less than 40%. Registration is through the Authority’s website if it does not have its own account, which is as follows: 1. A special account must be opened on CITRA’s website: Please open your company account through CITRA’s website: www.citra.gov.kw • Maintaining the username and password used on the Authority’s website, and taking responsibility for any information or action taken and implemented using the company’s username using the Authority’s electronic services.

	Documents required upon registration
	A copy of the commercial license A copy of the commercial register A copy of the articles of incorporation A copy of the signature of the authorized individuals and authorized signatories A copy of the automated address number pertaining to the company A copy of the civil ID of the license holder and of the authorized signatory Parties interested in gaining experience in this field in order to obtain a license to construct, erect, and repair wireless cell towers and radars must submit their application with all required supporting documents through CITRA’s website.

Documents required upon registration

A copy of the commercial license
A copy of the commercial register
A copy of the articles of incorporation
A copy of the signature of the authorized individuals and authorized signatories
A copy of the automated address number pertaining to the company
A copy of the civil ID of the license holder and of the authorized signatory

Parties interested in gaining experience in this field in order to obtain a license to construct, erect, and repair wireless cell towers and radars must submit their application with all required supporting documents through CITRA’s website.