SECURITY SYSTEM PM

The City of Flint's Finance Department of Purchases & Supplies is seeking a qualified vendor to provide Security System Preventive Maintenance (PM) services for the Water Pollution Control Facilities and its remote Pumping Stations. The procurement focuses on comprehensive repair services and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts for security infrastructure, including camera systems, recording systems, facility access systems, and supporting equipment. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of documented experience working with governmental agencies and be licensed to support and repair Avigilon equipment, as the facility plans to transition to a new system in Fiscal Year 2026. The bid requires a detailed pricing structure covering technician hours and parts markup, utilizing a standard bid worksheet provided in the solicitation. Proposals must be submitted by Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. EST, with submission requirements including one original printed and signed proposal, two additional unbound copies, and one electronic copy. The City will evaluate proposals based on compliance with bid form requirements, submission completeness, and value-added considerations, with a focus on selecting a contractor capable of maintaining and transitioning their complex security infrastructure.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the current security equipment inventory includes a diverse range of technologies such as Bosch cameras, digital video recorders, intercom systems, gate actuators, and communication cabling. The successful bidder must provide manufacturer installer certificates demonstrating technician training, capability for hot melt fiber optic terminations, and the ability to respond to technician requests within three hours. Additionally, the contractor must provide a one-year guarantee on all work and materials. The solicitation indicates the potential for a comprehensive maintenance contract, though specific budget ranges or award values are not detailed in the provided documentation. The procurement appears focused on ensuring continuous, high-quality maintenance of the city's critical security infrastructure, with a particular emphasis on supporting the upcoming technological transition in the Water Pollution Control Facilities.