RFP Installation of Outdoor Security Cameras

The Manchester Housing Authority is soliciting sealed proposals for furnishing, installing, configuring, and testing a complete outdoor security camera surveillance system at Lakeview Apartments in Manchester, Georgia, with proposals due August 14, 2026.

The scope includes commercial-grade weather-resistant high-definition IP cameras (minimum 4MP resolution with infrared night vision), all necessary wiring, conduit, mounting hardware, network equipment, power supplies, a Network Video Recorder with remote viewing capability, motion detection configuration, staff training, and comprehensive documentation. Contractors must conduct a mandatory site visit prior to proposal submission.

Qualification requirements include a valid business license, general liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance, applicable licenses, and demonstrated company experience with similar projects. Proposals must contain detailed company information, equipment specifications, installation timeline, warranty information, total project cost, and three references for comparable work.

Evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience, equipment quality, project approach, references, warranty coverage, completion schedule, and overall value. Contractors must provide a minimum one-year workmanship warranty and manufacturer warranty on equipment.

Payment is made upon satisfactory completion, final inspection, acceptance by the MHA, and receipt of all required closeout documentation. The project is HUD-funded with approved and available funding; specific payment schedules will be determined based on project duration. The MHA reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive informalities, and negotiate with qualified firms.

Questions are due August 7, 2026.