Friendship Center Camera System Upgrade

The City of Westland, Michigan, through its Department of Innovation and Technology, is seeking proposals for a comprehensive security camera system upgrade at the Westland Friendship Center located at 1119 N. Newburgh Road. The procurement is a turnkey project that requires installing two new interior cameras and five exterior cameras while removing at least eight non-functional existing cameras. The desired solution must integrate with the current Avigilon network video recorder (NVR) and include all necessary camera licensing, verification work, networking hardware, and cabling. Technical requirements mandate full high-definition cameras with environmental and vandal-proof ratings, night vision capabilities, and compatibility with the existing security infrastructure. Proposal evaluation will focus on vendor capabilities, including solution effectiveness, equipment provision, financial stability, support response times, implementation strategy, operational ease, training capabilities, and overall cost-effectiveness. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025, at 11:00 A.M., with final proposals due on September 24, 2025, at 10:00 A.M.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the RFP indicates a preference for vendors with proven technical expertise in security camera systems, particularly those familiar with Avigilon technology. The existing infrastructure consists of an Avigilon network video recorder, which will serve as the foundation for the new camera system. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to seamlessly integrate new high-definition IP cameras with the current network while maintaining system continuity and performance. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement suggests a mid-sized technology upgrade project focused on enhancing security monitoring capabilities at the Friendship Center. Interested vendors will need to provide detailed equipment specifications, software versions, and comprehensive project timelines to be considered for the contract.