EL-103D CPR-085_10.pdf

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison for an Automated Parking Guidance System to be implemented across three campus parking lots (Lot 75, Lot 63, and Lot 60). The procurement seeks a comprehensive parking management solution including ultrasonic sensors, LED matrix signs, LED variable message signs (VMS), and potentially camera-based detection systems capable of providing real-time parking space occupancy data, dwelling times, and utilization rates. All proposed equipment must be IP67-rated to withstand inclement weather, ice buildup, and pressure washing, with the ability to push custom messages to monument and LED signage. Proposals must be submitted online through the SciQuest bidding platform by October 25, 2024, with a target installation and operational date of August 1, 2025. Questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to Brad Bauman at brad.bauman@wisc.edu. The University reserves the right to assess damages against the contractor for any subcontractor performance failures.

Pricing and terms must remain firm for 365 days from the proposal opening date. No specific budget range, minimum purchase quantity, or guaranteed dollar amount is provided, and the resulting contract is not mandatory for university departments, state agencies, or municipalities. The RFP contains no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, and no incumbent vendors are identified. Subcontracting is permitted with prior written approval, with all subcontractor costs required to be included in the cost proposal. Existing infrastructure at the sites includes available power, though some locations may require trenching or infrastructure modifications to support the new system. Vendors will need to coordinate with the university's preferred electrical contractors and potentially utilize existing chase ways, risers, and electrical rooms for implementation.