RCHS Security Cameras RFP

Rabun County Schools in Georgia has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the installation and configuration of security cameras at Rabun County High School's newly constructed facility. The procurement involves the installation of 91 total cameras, consisting of 54 repurposed Verkada cameras from the current high school building and 37 new Verkada cameras (including 2 Model CD43 units, 35 Model CF83-E units, and 15 fisheye camera mounts) that are compatible with the district's existing platform. The contractor must perform all installation, configuration, camera naming, Verkada floorplan setup, removal of packing materials, and site cleanup, with all network jacks pre-installed requiring only patch cable connections. The project must be completed by July 24, 2026, with work occurring during Spring/Summer 2026. Questions must be submitted by March 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM, with answers posted by March 6, 2026, and sealed proposals are due to Rabun County Schools by March 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Evaluation criteria weight cost effectiveness at 30%, quality of proposed product and workmanship at 25%, experience and qualifications at 20%, references and past performance at 15%, and proposed timeline at 10%. Proposals must include contractor information with proof of licensure and insurance, a completed W9 form, contractor affidavit with E-verify confirmation, a detailed project approach and timeline, a comprehensive cost breakdown with total fixed project cost, and three references from previous clients.

The RFP does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting the types of organizations that can respond. Bidders must integrate with the existing Verkada platform currently in use by Rabun County Schools, and the 37 new cameras require a 5-year license with 60 days of retention capability. The contractor will be responsible for all labor, materials, equipment, and permits associated with the project. No incumbent vendor is identified in the RFP, and no specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the procurement documents. Rabun County Schools reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, and the selected contractor must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.