EL-110B BP-15.pdf

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) document issued by the University of Wisconsin-Madison for the procurement and installation of an Automated Parking Guidance System across three designated campus parking lots (Lot 75, Lot 63, and Lot 60). The system must include ultrasonic sensors, LED matrix signs, LED variable message signage (VMS), and potentially camera-based detection systems to provide real-time parking space occupancy data, dwelling times, and utilization rates. All equipment must meet IP67 ratings to withstand inclement weather, ice buildup, and pressure washing. 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 must be directed to Brad Bauman at brad.bauman@wisc.edu. The university will consider alternative vehicle detection technologies, including wireless battery-operated surface-mounted sensors, provided they meet or exceed specified performance requirements and can integrate with existing electrical and network infrastructure at the specified locations.

No explicit budget range, set-aside designations, or incumbent vendor information is specified in the solicitation. Pricing and terms must remain firm for 365 days from the proposal opening date. Subcontracting is permitted with prior written approval, with subcontractor costs included in the cost proposal; the university reserves the right to assess damages for subcontractor performance failures. The resulting contract is not mandatory for university departments, state agencies, or municipalities. Existing infrastructure at the sites includes available power, though some locations may require trenching or modifications to support implementation. Vendors will need to coordinate with the university's preferred electrical contractors and utilize existing chase ways, risers, and electrical rooms where applicable. No minimum purchase quantity or dollar amount is guaranteed.