Intersection Automated Enforcement Safety System

Orange County, Florida, is seeking proposals for an Intersection Automated Enforcement Safety System through Request for Proposals (RFP) Y24-1099, targeting the implementation of a comprehensive red light camera enforcement system. The procurement aims to replace and expand existing traffic safety camera infrastructure, with a goal of installing up to 100 red light cameras across approximately 44 intersections. Vendors must provide a complete solution including equipment installation, maintenance, operation, and back-office processing of traffic violations, with a focus on intersections with high crash rates. The solicitation requires electronic submissions via the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform by January 28, 2025, at 4:00 pm EST, with a non-mandatory virtual pre-proposal conference scheduled for December 3, 2024, at 3:00 pm. Potential vendors must demonstrate substantial technical capabilities, compliance with extensive security standards, and adherence to specific IT requirements, including field-level encryption, two-factor authentication, and compatibility with FBI CJIS standards. The evaluation will consider factors such as technical proficiency, performance history, cost, and ability to meet comprehensive security and operational requirements.

The procurement includes a 24% Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation goal and encourages hiring of dislocated workers, with potential bonus points for meeting these criteria. Vendors are strictly prohibited from being owned by or having a controlling interest from foreign countries of concern, as defined by Florida Statute 287.138(1). Potential vendors include NovoaGlobal, Sensys Gatso, and Verra Mobility, with the contract structured as a ten-year term including milestone reviews in the fourth and seventh years. The estimated budget for the project is $29,491,152, with funding allocated through accounting line 1002-072-2718-3197. The contract allows for potential expansion to up to 120 red light cameras throughout its duration, with a service start date of March 1, 2025. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation, including a detailed security questionnaire, compliance with enterprise security policies, and an affidavit confirming their organizational structure and ownership. The procurement process emphasizes robust security measures, including compliance with Orange County IT standards, encryption protocols, and comprehensive reporting requirements.