M-03-27 Solar-Powered Security Cameras

Bristol Community College, an agency of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, is requesting proposals for the furnishing and installation of solar-powered wireless security cameras integrated with its existing Avigilon Alta cloud-based video security platform, with proposals due August 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The project is subject to prevailing wage requirements under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149, Sections 26-27D — a decision-flipping constraint requiring compliance with applicable wage rates, health and welfare contributions, and pension fund requirements as determined by the Commissioner of Labor and Industries.

The scope includes installation of four existing owner-furnished solar-powered wireless camera systems and furnishing and installation of five new solar-powered wireless camera systems, all fully configured and commissioned for Avigilon Alta integration. Each new system deployment comprises a solar surveillance enclosure with integrated solar panels, battery storage, and charge controller rated for minimum 3–5 days autonomy without sunlight; outdoor IP cameras meeting or exceeding Avigilon H6SL specifications with 5MP resolution and 30-meter IR illumination; and wireless backhaul network equipment using point-to-point or mesh radio connectivity. The awardee is responsible for design and engineering, equipment procurement, full installation and facilities coordination, camera configuration and Alta cloud onboarding, wireless network configuration, system testing and validation, training and documentation, and a minimum one-year warranty on all equipment and labor.

Pricing must be submitted in U.S. currency using the detailed cost proposal form in Appendix D, with separate line items for furnishing and installing new solar systems, installing existing owner-furnished systems, and annual cloud licensing for all nine cameras including minimum 30-day cloud storage. The contract performance period is 90 calendar days following award, anticipated August 18, 2026. Proposals must remain available for acceptance for at least 90 days following the proposal opening date. Bidder inquiries were due August 6, 2026, with responses provided by August 7, 2026. Vendors must submit a completed W9 form, non-collusion statement, and tax compliance certification.