RFP 27001 Courthouse Parking Deck Equipment U.pdf

THE UNIFIED GOVERNMENT OF

ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY(ACCGov)

DATE: August 26, 2026

TO: Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS) Equipment Providers

SUBJECT: RFP #27001 Courthouse Parking Deck & City Hall Parking Lot System Upgrade You are invited to submit a proposal to provide PARCS Equipment and Services for the Central Services Internal Support Division of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County (ACCGov).

Inquiries regarding proposals, including technical questions, should be submitted in writing via the OpenGov Q&A function.

A MANDATORY pre-proposal conference to respond to all inquiries with regards to this project will be held at 10:00 AM ET, Thursday September 10, 2026 located in the Facilities Conference Room, located at 2555 Lexington Road in Athens, Georgia.

The estimated range of this project is $75,000 annually .

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County is accepting electronic bid submissions only.

Bidders shall create a FREE account with OpenGov Procurement by signing up at https://procurement.opengov.com/signup. Once you have completed account registration, browse back to this page, click on “Draft Response,” and follow the instructions to submit the electronic bid.

Not later than 2:00 PM ET, Thursday, October 1, 2026

A qualified interpreter for the hearing impaired is available upon request at least 10 (ten) days in advance of the proposal opening date. Please call (706) 613-3088 for more information. This service is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any technicalities or irregularities, and to award the contract based on the highest and best interest of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION TITLE

I REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

II REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OVERVIEW AND PROCEDURES

III SCOPE OF SERVICES

A. INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE

B. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

C. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

D. SPECIFIC TASKS

IV SELECTION PROCESS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA

V MANDATORY PROPOSAL FORMS

A: PROPOSAL FORM

B: ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

C: GEORGIA SECURITY & IMMIGRATION COMPLIANCE (GSIC) AFFIDAVIT

CONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT & AGREEMENT

VI DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST

ATTACHMENT A: WHAT YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT GEORGIA’S E- VERIFY

REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION I - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

ALL PROPOSALS RECEIVED WILL BECOME A PART OF THE OFFICIAL CONTRACT FILE AND

MAY BE SUBJECT TO DISCLOSURE.

A complete signed proposal must include the documents listed below:

PROPOSAL FORMAT: Offerors are expected to examine the specifications, price schedule, and all instructions. Failure to do so will be at the offeror’s risk. Each offeror shall furnish the information required by the solicitation. The proposal and price schedule must be signed by an officer of the company, who is legally authorized to enter into a contractual relationship in the name of the offeror.

All proposals received will become a part of the official contract file and may be subject to disclosure.

PROPOSAL FORMAT: All proposals should include the information outlined below and in the following order:

1. Cover Letter: A brief cover letter of introduction and interest.

2. Table of Contents: Including all sections and subsections.

3. Business Information: State the full name and address of your organization and the branch office or subordinate element that will perform the services described in this proposal. Include a telephone number, the point of contact and official signature of an authorized company representative. Indicate whether you operate as a single proprietorship, partnership, or corporation. Include the state(s) in which you are incorporated and/or licensed to operate.

4. Qualifications and Experience: Include an organization chart and summary resumes of key personnel proposed for the project, including designations of the team leader, the consultant responsible for design, the project architect, the person responsible for all proposed communications with the owner and all proposed sub-consultants and a description of their roles.

a. Current Project Assignments: Identify the current project assignment(s) and the currently identified completion date(s) for projects currently being managed by the key individuals proposed for our project.

b. Understanding of the Project: Statement of the firm's understanding of the project and proposed approach for providing requested services.

c. Additional Services Required: Based on the firm's understanding of the project, identify any additional services that might be required for a successful program.

5. References: Include a minimum of three references for contracts of a similar nature, preferably public sector references. Include the name, address, telephone number, point of contact and description of the contract for each reference.

6. Financial Information and Documentation: Provide relevant information regarding organizational stability and strength. Documentation may include:

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a. A statement of organizational structure (e.g., sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, joint venture, etc.), information regarding the make-up of that structure (e.g., owner, partners, board of directors joint venture partners, etc.), a listing of financial references.

b. Failure to Complete Prior Projects - disclose whether the Offeror (or any general partner or joint venture of the Offeror) has ever failed to complete a similar project. If so, list the date of commencement of the project and the entity for which the project was to be performed, and explain why the project was not completed.

c. Disclose information and provide an explanation regarding any contracts involving the offeror or joint venture firm within the last three years which exceeded initial program or project budget, exceeded initial schedule, and any contract penalties or damages assessed.

7. Other Relevant Information: Include any other relevant information concerning the project in this section.

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THE UNIFIED GOVERNMENT OF ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP 27001)

COURTHOUSE PARKING DECK & CITY HALL PARKING LOT SYSTEM UPGRADE

CENTRAL SERVICES, INTERNAL SUPPORT DIVISION

ATHENS, GEORGIA

SECTION II - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OVERVIEW AND PROCEDURES

A. INTRODUCTION

PURPOSE

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County desires to solicit competitive proposals from responsible vendors to provide PARCS Equipment and Services for the Central Services, Internal Support Division of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County (ACCGov) for a one-year period, with the option to extend the contract for four additional one-year terms if agreed upon by all parties.

The contractor will provide services per the scope of services as indicated in Section III of this request for proposal (RFP).

B. RFP TIMETABLE

The anticipated schedule for the RFP and contract approval is as follows:

Proposal Documents Available.......................... August 26, 2026 Pre-Proposal Conference (MANDATORY) .. 10:00 AM, ET, Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Deadline for submission of questions ................ 2:00 PM, ET, Friday, September 18, 2026 Deadline for receipt of proposal ........................ 2:00 PM ET, Thursday, October 1, 2026 Proposals Valid Until ......................................... (120 days from date of opening)

C. CONTACT PERSON

Inquiries regarding proposals should be submitted in writing via the OpenGov Q&A function.

Offerors are encouraged to contact ACCGov using the method indicated above to clarify any part of this RFP. Any unauthorized contact shall not be used as a basis for responding to this RFP and also may result in the rejection of the offeror's submittal.

D. MINIMUM PROPOSAL ACCEPTANCE PERIOD

Proposals shall be valid and may not be withdrawn for a period of 60 days from the date specified for receipt of proposals.

E. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ADDENDA

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County will issue responses to inquiries and any other corrections or amendments it deems necessary in written addenda issued prior to the proposal due date.

Offerors should not rely on any representations, statements or explanations other than those made in this RFP or in any addendum to this RFP. Where there appears to be a conflict between the RFP and any addenda issued, the last addendum issued will prevail.

Request for additional information or clarifications must be made in writing no later than the date specified in the RFP Timetable.

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Offerors must acknowledge any issued addenda. Proposals which fail to acknowledge the offeror’s receipt of any addendum will result in the rejection of the proposal if the addendum contained information which substantively changed the Owner’s requirements

Offerors who obtain this Request for Proposal from Georgia Procurement Registry or Athens Clarke County/Purchasing (https://www.athensclarkecounty.com/Bids.aspx)or from other than the Purchasing Division are advised to re-visit the above websites to obtain any addenda which may be issued prior to the proposal closing date. The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County assumes no responsibility for Offerors’ failure to acknowledge any addenda issued

F. LATE PROPOSALS, WITHDRAWALS, MODIFICATIONS AND REJECTIONS

Proposals shall not be modified, withdrawn, or canceled by the offeror for a period of one hundred and twenty (120) days following the time and date designated for the receipt of proposals, and each offeror so agrees in submitting his proposal. Negligence on the part of the Offeror in the preparation of his proposal shall not be grounds for the modification or withdrawal of a proposal after the time set for proposal closing. Proposals received after the proposal due date and time are late and will not be considered. Modifications received after the proposal due date are also late and will not be considered

G. PROPOSAL CLOSING

Proposal schedule prices will not be opened or read aloud publicly. A list of names of firms providing proposals may be obtained from Georgia Procurement Registry or Athens Clarke County Bids or via email request to E-Mail: accbids@accgov.com after the proposal due date and time stated herein. A tabulation of prices may be obtained upon award.

H. NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT

By submitting a proposal, the offeror represents and warrants that such proposal is genuine and not sham or collusive or made in the interest or on behalf of any person not therein named and that the offeror has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other offeror to put in a sham proposal, or any other person, firm or corporation to refrain from proposing and that the offeror has not in any manner sought by collusion to secure to that offeror any advantage over any other offeror.

By submitting a proposal, the offeror represents and warrants that no official or employee of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County has, in any manner, an interest, directly or indirectly in the proposal or in the contract which may be made under it, or in any expected profits to arise therefrom.

I. GEORGIA SECURITY AND IMMIGRATION COMPLIANCE ACT AFFIDAVIT

By submitting a proposal and executing the attached Affidavits, the offeror verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. §13-10-91. The offeror further agrees to maintain records of such compliance and shall provide a copy of each such verification to Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, at the time the subcontractor(s) is retained to perform such services.

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J. COST INCURRED BY OFFERORS

All expenses involved with the preparation and submission of proposals to the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, or any work performed in connection therewith shall be borne by the offeror(s).

No payment will be made for any responses received or for any other effort required of or made by the offeror(s) prior to the commencement of work as defined by a contract approved by the governing body of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County.

K. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT

It is the policy of the Athens-Clarke County government that no person or business shall be excluded from participation, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against in relation to the award and performance of any contract or subcontract on the grounds of race, color, creed, national origin, age, or sex.

L. HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION

The Offeror agrees, insofar as it legally may, to indemnify and hold harmless the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, its officers, employees and agents from and against all loss, costs, expenses, including attorneys' fees, claims, suits and judgments, whatsoever in connection with injury to or death of any person or persons or loss of or damage to property resulting from any and all operations performed by Offeror, its officers, employees, and agents under any of the terms of this contract.

M. AWARD OF CONTRACT

This is a past performance/technical/price trade-off source selection in which competing offeror’s past and present performance history and technical ability will be evaluated on a basis approximately equal to price. Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value after evaluation in accordance with the factors listed in Section IV herein. The Unified Government of Athens- Clarke County may reject any or all proposals if such action is in the Unified Government’s interest.

N. QUALIFICATION OF OFFERORS

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County may make such reasonable investigations as deemed proper and necessary to determine the ability of the offeror to perform the work and the offeror shall furnish to the Unified Government all such information and data for this purpose as may be requested.

The Unified Government reserves the right to reject any proposal if the evidence submitted by, or investigations of, such offeror fails to satisfy the Unified Government that such offeror is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the contract and to complete the work contemplated therein.

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County contractors/vendors must have a current Athens-

Clarke County business license if they are physically located in Athens-Clarke County or if they perform a service in Athens-Clarke County.

Proposals from any offeror that is in default on the payment of any taxes, license fees, or other monies due to the Unified Government will not be accepted.

O. ALTERNATE PROPOSALS

Alternate proposals or proposals that deviate from the requirements of this solicitation will not be considered. Offerors shall not insert in their proposal any written statement which will have the effect of making any material change or changes in the Scope of Services or in any contract between the parties covering subject matter thereof.

P. OPEN RECORDS

In accordance with OCGA Section 50-18-72(a)(34) Any trade secrets obtained from a person or business entity that are required by law, regulation, bid, or request for proposal to be submitted to an agency. An entity submitting records containing trade secrets that wishes to keep such

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SECTION III - SCOPE OF SERVICES

The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary for PARCS Equipment and Services as per the scope of services outlined below for the period of one

(1) year, with the option to renew for an additional four (4) one-year periods.

A. INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE

Athens-Clarke County Government (ACCGov) is seeking a qualified contractor to furnish, install, configure, and provide ongoing support for a modern Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS) for the Athens-Clarke County Courthouse Parking Deck and the City Hall employee parking lot. The selected contractor shall provide a complete turnkey solution, including all labor, materials, equipment, software, training, testing, and warranty services necessary to replace the County's existing parking management system.

The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to obtain a comprehensive parking management solution that enhances operational efficiency, improves the customer experience, strengthens security, and provides advanced reporting and management capabilities. The existing parking equipment, last upgraded in 2018, is approaching the end of its service life and no longer meets the operational and technological needs of the County. The replacement system shall incorporate current industry standards and best practices, including License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology, modern electronic payment options, improved management of transient parking, monthly renters, employee parking, and parking validations, as well as enhanced data collection and reporting capabilities.

B. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Physical Security: The contractor shall safeguard all Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County property provided for contractor use. At the close of each work period, vehicles, facilities, support equipment, and materials shall be secured.

2. Access Control: All contract personnel shall be required to wear uniforms with company patches or other identifying clothing to clearly identify the personnel as being an employee of the contractor. All vehicles shall be clearly identified as belonging to the contractor and shall be parked in designated parking areas only.

3. Contract Performance Period: Contract performance period shall be from the date of award for one (1) year, with the option to renew for an additional four (4) one-year periods unless terminated by either party giving to the other written notice of termination in writing ninety (90) days prior to the proposed date of termination. Termination by the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County can be immediate upon contractor failure to comply with any of the terms.

4. Hours of Operation: Courthouse Parking Deck Attended 7:00 am – 12:00 am. Both the

Courthouse Parking Deck and the City Hall Employee Parking Lot are open for vehicles 24/7/365.

5. Ordering and Payment: After the initial transfer of documents to the new location, if applicable, work will be provided on an as-needed and as called-for basis. Requests for services under this contract will be made by ACCGov Central Services. Payment for work performed shall be paid monthly net 30 days upon receipt of a properly submitted invoice. All invoices must be e-mailed to the ACCGov Records Manager in addition to individual departments for whom the services were rendered. ACCGov Central Services will provide department information with each request

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CONTRACTOR'S INVOICE.

a. The Contractor shall prepare and submit invoices directly to departments as well as the authorized

ACCGov Records Manager. A proper invoice must include the items listed below.

(i) Name and address of the Contractor.

(ii) Invoice date and invoice number.

(iii) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price, and extended price of services performed.

(iv) Payment terms.

(v) Name and address to whom payment is to be sent.

(vi) Name (where practicable), title, phone number, and mailing address of the person to notify in the event of a defective invoice.

(vii) Any other information or documentation required by the .

C. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. TERMINATION FOR CAUSE: The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County reserves the right to terminate the resulting contract, in whole or in part, for failure to comply with any provisions of the contract as outlined by providing a written notice to the successful vendor at least ten (10) days before the effective date of termination. The successful vendor will not be relieved of any outstanding responsibilities or unfinished obligations under this contract.

2. CONTRACT RENEWAL TERMS

Upon expiration of the initial term of this contract, the term of this contract shall be automatically renewed for four (4) additional periods of one (1) year each (collectively “Renewal Term”) unless either party gives written notice of its intention not to renew, or the intention to modify, the agreement 90 days before expiration of the effective renewal term.

3. TERMINATION WITHOUT CAUSE: The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County reserves the right to terminate the contract at any time without cause, in whole or in part, by providing a written notice to the other party at least thirty (30) days before the effective date of termination. The other party will not be relieved of any outstanding responsibilities or unfinished obligations under this contract that were incurred prior to termination.

5. REPORTING DISPUTES: The contractor shall report any contract disputes and/or problems to the Purchasing Administrator, both verbally and in writing, within 48 hours of their occurrence.

6. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: The contractor shall not be an employee of the Unified

Government of Athens-Clarke County, but shall be an independent contractor. Nothing in this agreement shall be construed as authority for the contractor to make commitments which shall bind the Unified Government or to otherwise act on behalf of the Unified Government, except as the Unified Government may expressly authorize in writing.

7. SAFETY: The contractor shall take every precaution at all times for the protection of persons and property, including the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County's employees and property and its own. The contractor shall be responsible for initiating, maintaining and supervising all safety precautions and programs in connection with the work under this contract.

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The contractor shall maintain an adequate safety program to ensure the safety of contractor employees, subcontractor employees, and all other individuals working under this contract. In addition, the contractor must also provide the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County with a written safety program that he intends to follow in pursuing work under this contract. No work under this contract will be permitted until the Unified Government is assured that the contractor has an adequate safety program in effect.

8. SUBCONTRACTS: No portion of the work shall be subcontracted without the prior written consent of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County Purchasing Division. If a portion of the work is approved for subcontracting, the contractor shall remain fully liable and responsible for the work to be done by the subcontractor(s) and shall assure compliance with all requirements of this contract.

9. ESTIMATED QUANTITIES: The quantities of items specified in the Proposal Schedule are estimates only and are not purchased by this contract. Except as this contract may otherwise provide, if the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County requirements do not result in orders in the quantities described as "estimated", that fact shall not constitute the basis for an equitable price adjustment. Delivery shall be made only as authorized by orders issued in accordance with the Ordering clause. Subject to any limitations in the Order clause or elsewhere in this contract, the Contractor shall furnish to the Unified Government all items specified in the Proposal Schedule and called for by orders issued in accordance with the Ordering clause

10. CHANGES: Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties.

11. INSURANCE.

Contractor shall procure and maintain insurance which shall protect the Contractor and ACCGov from any claims for bodily injury, property damage, or personal injury which may arise out of operations under the agreement. Contractor shall procure the insurance policies at the Contractor’s own expense and shall furnish ACCGov an insurance certificate listing ACCGov as certificate holder. The insurance certificate must document that the liability insurance coverage purchased by the Contractor includes contractual liability coverage to protect ACCGov. The insurance certificate must provide the following information:

1) Name and address of authorized agent

2) Name and address of insured

3) Name of insurance company (licensed to operate in Georgia)

4) Description of coverage in standard terminology

5) Policy period

6) Limits of liability

7) Name and address of certificate holder (ACCGov)

8) Acknowledgement of notice of cancellation to ACCGov

9) Signature of authorized agent

10) Telephone number of authorized agent

11) Details of policy exclusions in comments section of insurance certificate

12) Additional Insured Endorsement

Note: It is the intent of ACCGov that certificates of insurance should comply with the pertinent Rules of the Commissioner of Insurance, which are found in Chapter 120-2-103 of the Official Compilation of the Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia.

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Each policy shall contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled (or not renewed or allowed to lapse for any reason) until at least thirty (30) days after Owner has received notice thereof as evidenced by return receipt of registered letter. All policies must be issued by an insurance company licensed to do business in the State of Georgia, with a minimum AM Best rating of A-, and signed by an authorized agent.

The Contractor must submit, along with insurance certificate(s), an additional insured endorsement for all coverages as allowed by statute naming the Unified Government of Athens Clarke County, and a notice of cancellation endorsement.

Coverages and Limits Required:

Workers Compensation (WC):

Workers Compensation Insurance (per Occurrence) in the amounts of the statutory limits established by the General Assembly of the State of Georgia (a self-insurer must submit a certificate from the Georgia Board of Works Compensation stating that the supplier qualifies to pay its own workers compensation claims). In addition, the supplier shall require all subcontractors occupying the premises or performing work under the contract to obtain an insurance certificate showing proof of Workers Compensation Coverage with the following minimum coverage:

• Bodily injury by accident – per employee $100,000

• Bodily injury by disease – per employee $100,000

• Bodily injury by disease – policy limit $500,000

Commercial General Liability (CGL):

• Each Occurrence Limit $1,000,000

• Personal & Advertising Injury Limit $1,000,000

• General Aggregate Limit $2,000,000

• Products/Completed Ops. Aggregate Limit $2,000,000

Automobile Liability:

• Combined Single Limit $1,000,000

Fidelity Insurance: $50,000

Umbrella Liability: $2,000,000

Additional Insured: The vendor or contractor shall add “the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, its officers, employees, and agents” as an additional insured under the commercial general liability, automobile, and umbrella liability policies. The additional insured endorsement must be provided.

Contractors are responsible for making sure all sub-contractors have the required insurance coverage.

D. SPECIFIC TASKS:

Work shall include, but not be limited to the following:

Project Objectives

• Improve customer entry and exit times.

• Provide modern payment options, including contactless and QR code-based payments.

• Increase reliability and reduce equipment downtime.

• Improve parking utilization tracking and revenue accountability.

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• Enhance security through vehicle identification and monitoring technologies.

• Streamline management of transient parkers, validated parking, quarterly renters, and employee parking.

• Provide robust reporting and auditing capabilities.

• Support future expansion and integration opportunities.

System Design and Implementation The vendor shall:

• Conduct a site assessment of the courthouse parking deck and City Hall employee parking lot.

• Develop a complete system design and implementation plan.

• Coordinate installation activities to minimize operational disruptions.

• Remove and properly dispose of obsolete equipment.

• Install all required hardware, software, networking components, and associated infrastructure.

• Perform system configuration, testing, and commissioning.

Parking Access Control Equipment The proposed system shall include, at a minimum:

• Entry and exit lane equipment.

• Automated gate arms and associated controls.

• Ticketless parking capabilities.

• License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras at all entry and exit points.

• Vehicle detection equipment.

• Revenue control devices.

• Payment kiosks and/or pay-on-foot stations.

Payment Processing The system shall support:

• Credit and debit card payments.

• Contactless payment methods.

• Mobile and QR code payment options.

• Validation processing.

• Monthly parking account management.

• Employee parking access management.

• Secure payment processing compliant with applicable PCI requirements.

Software and Reporting The software platform shall provide:

• Cloud-hosted or vendor-supported software.

• Real-time monitoring of parking activity.

• Revenue tracking and reconciliation.

• Occupancy reporting.

• Validation tracking and reporting.

• Monthly renter management.

• Employee parking management.

• License plate-based transaction tracking.

• Audit trails and user activity logs.

• Customizable reports and data exports.

• Role-based user permissions.

Security Features The system shall include:

• License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology for vehicle identification.

• Vehicle transaction history and audit reporting.

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• Video integration capabilities, if available.

• User access controls.

• Data security protections and backup procedures.

Training and Documentation The vendor shall provide:

• Administrator training.

• End-user training.

• Written operating procedures.

• System documentation.

• Maintenance documentation.

• As-built drawings and system configuration records.

Warranty and Support Proposals shall include:

• Equipment warranty information.

• Software licensing requirements.

• Ongoing maintenance options.

• Technical support services.

• Service level commitments.

• Remote monitoring capabilities.

• Availability of replacement parts and equipment.

City Hall Employee Parking Lot Integration The proposed system shall include management and access control for the Athens-Clarke County City Hall employee parking lot. The City Hall lot is a restricted-access facility intended for employee parking only and shall be integrated into the overall parking management platform.

The vendor shall provide and install:

• One (1) License Plate Recognition (LPR) camera at the vehicle entrance to the City Hall parking lot.

• Access control functionality utilizing license plate-based authorization for approved employee vehicles.

• Automated entry control equipment capable of granting access to authorized vehicles without the need for access cards, credentials, or physical permits.

• A centralized management platform allowing staff to add, modify, and remove authorized employee vehicles.

• Reporting capabilities showing entry activity, vehicle access history, and exceptions.

• Real-time monitoring of lot access and occupancy data, if available.

The exit lane shall be configured with an automatic free-exit system that allows vehicles to leave the parking lot without requiring credentials, payment, or other interaction. The proposed solution shall ensure safe vehicle detection and gate operation while maintaining efficient traffic flow.

The City Hall parking lot management system shall be fully integrated with the courthouse parking management software, allowing authorized users to manage employee parking permissions, view reports, and administer both facilities through a single interface.

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SECTION IV - SELECTION PROCESS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County intends to evaluate proposals and award a contract without discussions with offerors. Therefore, the offeror’s initial proposal should contain the offeror’s best terms from a price and technical standpoint. The Unified Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if the Unified Government later determines them to be necessary.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Evaluation criteria to be used in determining the selected firm in order of importance are:

1. Technical Approach and Compliance with Scope of Work (25 Points): The proposal will be evaluated on the vendor's understanding of the project requirements, overall technical approach, and the extent to which the proposed solution satisfies the specifications and objectives outlined in this RFP.

2. System Functionality and Technology (20 Points): Evaluation will focus on the proposed system's functionality, ease of use, technological capabilities, security features, reporting tools, payment options, and ability to meet the County's current and future operational needs.

3. Implementation Plan and Project Schedule (20 Points): The implementation strategy will be evaluated based on the proposed project schedule, installation methodology, transition plan, and ability to minimize disruptions to parking operations during deployment.

4. Experience and Qualifications (15 Points): Consideration will be given to the vendor's experience with similar parking access and revenue control system installations, qualifications of key personnel, organizational capabilities, and performance on comparable projects.

5. Cost Proposal (10 Points): Cost proposals will be evaluated based on total project cost, recurring expenses, overall value, and long-term cost of ownership in relation to the proposed solution.

6. Maintenance, Warranty, and Technical Support (10 Points): The proposed maintenance services, warranty coverage, technical support, response times, software updates, and long-term service capabilities will be evaluated.

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SECTION V – PROPOSAL FORMS

A: PROPOSAL FORM

Proposal of___________________________________________________________

(Hereinafter called "Offeror"), organized and existing under the laws of the State of

__________________________, doing business as ________________________________*.

In compliance with your RFP, the Offeror hereby proposes and agrees to perform and furnish all work for the requirement known as RFP #27001 Courthouse Parking Deck & City Hall Parking Lot System Upgrade in strict accordance with the Proposal Documents, within the time set forth therein, and at the price proposed.

By submission of this Proposal, the Offeror certifies, and in the case of a joint Offer, each party thereto certifies as to its own organization that:

1. The Offeror has examined and carefully studied the Proposal Documents and the Addenda, receipt of all of which is hereby acknowledged at Section V-B.

2. The Offeror agrees that this proposal may not be revoked or withdrawn after the time set for the opening of proposals but shall remain open for acceptance for a period of sixty (60) days following such time.

Company:

Contact:

Address:

Phone: Fax

Email:

By checking this box, I acknowledge that I have read all insurance requirements and will meet requirements listed in RFP #27001 Courthouse Parking Deck & City Hall Parking Lot System Upgrade if awarded.

Authorized Representative/Title (print or type)

Authorized Representative (Signature)

Date

MANDATORY SUBMITTAL

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B: ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Offeror has examined and carefully studied the Specifications and the following Addenda, Receipt of all of which is hereby acknowledged:

Addendum No.

dated

Acknowledgement

Initial

Offerors must acknowledge any issued addenda. Proposals which fail to acknowledge the offeror’s receipt of any addendum will result in the rejection of the proposal if the addendum contained information which substantively changes the Owner’s requirements.

Company Name (printed):

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C: GEORGIA SECURITY & IMMIGRATION COMPLIANCE (GSIC) AFFIDAVIT

The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County and Contractor agree that compliance with the requirements of O.C.G.A.

§ 13-10-91, as amended, and Rule 300-10-1-.02 of the Rules of the Georgia Department of Labor are conditions of this Agreement for the physical performance of services.

The Contractor further agrees that its compliance with the requirements of O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, as amended, and DOL Rule 300-10-1-.02 is attested to on the executed Contractor Affidavit and Agreement attached hereto.

If employing or contracting with any subcontractor(s) in connection with this Agreement, Contractor further agrees:

(1) To secure from the subcontractor(s) an affidavit attesting to the subcontractor’s compliance with O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, as amended, and DOL Rule 300-10-1-.02; such affidavit being in the form attached hereto; and

The failure of Contractor to supply the affidavit of compliance at the time of execution of this Agreement and/or the failure of Contractor to continue to satisfy the obligations of O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, as amended, and DOL Rule 300-10-1-.02 as set forth in this Agreement throughout the contract period shall constitute a material breach of the contract. Upon notice of such breach, Contractor shall be entitled to cure the breach within ten days, upon providing satisfactory evidence of compliance with the terms of this Agreement and State law. Should the breach not be cured, Athens-Clarke County shall be entitled to all available remedies, including termination of the contract and damages.

SEE AFFIDAVIT ON FOLLOWING PAGE

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C: CONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT & AGREEMENT UNDER O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(1)

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned contractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, as amended, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm or corporation which is engaged in the physical performance of services on behalf of The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, Georgia, has registered with, is authorized to use, and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify, or any subsequent replacement program, in accordance with the provisions and deadlines established in O.C.G.A. § 13- 10-91, as amended.

Furthermore, the undersigned will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the contract period and the undersigned contractor will contract for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of such contract only with subcontractors who present an affidavit to the contractor with the information required by O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b). Contractor hereby attests that its federal work authorization user identification number and date of authorization are as follows:

Federal Work Authorization Company Identification Number Date of Authorization

Name of Contractor: _______________________________________________________________

Name of Project: _______________________________________________________________

Name of Public Employer: The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County

I hereby declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on ____, ___________, 202__ in _______________________, _____________________.

Signature of Authorized Officer or Agent

Printed Name and Title of Authorized Officer or Agent

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME ON THIS THE

____ DAY OF ____________, 202_

Notary Public My Commission Expires:

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SECTION VII DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST:

PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST:

1. Cover Letter

2. Table of Contents

3. Business Information

4. Qualifications and Experience

5. References/Reference Projects

6. Financial Information and Documentation

7. Other Relevant Information

MANDATORY PROPOSAL FORMS (SECTION V) Offeror must complete, execute and include with the proposal the following mandatory documents:

A. Proposal form

B. Acknowledgement of Addenda

C. Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance (GSIC) Act Affidavit

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ATTACHMENT A

What Your Business Needs to Know about Georgia’s E- Verify Requirements

(Effective July 1, 2013) E-Verify Contractor Requirements Georgia law, O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, requires all businesses that contract with a public employer for labor or services by bid or by contract in which the labor or services exceed $2499.99 to sign an affidavit attesting that they are registered for and use E-Verify unless 1) the contractor has no employees (in which case they must present an approved state issued identification card/drivers’ license from an approved state as provided on the Attorney General’s website ) or, 2) the contract is with an individual licensed under Title 26, Title 43, or the State Bar of Georgia who is in good standing and that individual is performing that service. Anyone your business subcontracts with for labor and services, as well as the subcontractors of your subcontractors, in furtherance of that contract is also subject to this requirement. E-Verify Contractor, Subcontractor, and Sub-Subcontractor affidavits can be found here.

E-Verify Private Employer Requirements Georgia law, O.C.G.A. § 36-60-6, requires all businesses, with more than 10 employees that are seeking an occupation tax certificate/business license or other document required to operate a business with a county or city to sign an affidavit attesting that they are registered for and use E-Verify. Businesses with 10 or fewer employees are required to sign an affidavit attesting that they are exempt from this requirement. Once a business has provided this affidavit to the county, all subsequent renewals can be provided with the submission of the E-Verify number, as long as it is the same number as provided on the affidavit, or assertion that your business is exempt. The county will provide the format in which renewal information is collected. E-Verify Private Employer and Exemption Affidavits can be found here.

What Is E-Verify?

E-Verify is a federal Web-based system that electronically verifies the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

It works by allowing participating employers to electronically compare employee information taken from the I-9 Form (the paper-based employee eligibility verification form used for all new hires) against records in the Social Security Administration's database and the records in the Department of Homeland Security immigration databases.

Where Do I Find My E-Verify Number?

The Human Resources Department for your business should have that information, if you have registered. The E-Verify number, which consists of four to six numerical characters, is located directly below the E-Verify logo on the first page of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) entered into between your business and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to use E-Verify.

What if I cannot locate or do not have access to my MOU?

If the HR director/program administrator for E-Verify from your business has taken the E-Verify tutorial, you may obtain your company ID number by: 1) Logging in to E-Verify with your assigned user ID and password; 2) From 'My Company,' select 'Edit Company Profile;' 3) The Company Information page will display the company ID number. If your HR director/ program administrator has not completed the tutorial, you must contact E-Verify Customer Support at 888-464-4218 or at E-Verify@dhs.gov for assistance.

Is the Federal Tax Identification Number/Employer Identification Number (EIN) the same as the E-Verify Number?

No. While you will be required to provide the Federal Tax Identification Number/EIN for your business to DHS in order to register for E-Verify, a separate number, which consists of four to six numerical characters, will be provided as the E- Verify number for your business by DHS, which will be located on the MOU.

How Do I Register for E-Verify? To register for E-Verify, please visit the DHS website. If you need assistance in completing the registration process or need additional information relating to E-Verify, call their customer service number at 1-888-464-4218, email them at E-Verify@dhs.gov or visit their website at http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify.

N. QUALIFICATION OF OFFERORS