FY26 Q1 Bid Package 01 - Camera Project - Due 11-25-2025 *Only Prequalified* Various Trades

The FY26 Q1 Bid Package 01 for the Camera Project, issued by Chicago Public Schools, involves the installation and upgrade of security camera systems across multiple school locations in Illinois, with a submission deadline of November 25, 2025. The project emphasizes prequalification of bidders, mandatory attendance at walkthroughs scheduled at various Chicago sites, and adherence to detailed technical specifications for electrical demolition, asbestos disturbance, communications cabling, access control systems, and video configuration. Bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically through the CPS Bonfire portal, with specific requirements for bid bonds, MBE/WBE subcontractor participation, and compliance with federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations, including asbestos handling and hazardous material management. The scope encompasses a comprehensive range of work including removal of existing cameras, installation of new Axis cameras integrated into the Genetec Security Center, and configuration of video and access control systems. Supporting documents detail technical standards for cabling, system configuration, and communication infrastructure, along with specifications for related components such as access control door entry systems and network wiring. The contract size ranges from $500,000 to $2 million, and the procurement process involves multiple technical and administrative steps to ensure compliance, quality assurance, and proper coordination among various trades and stakeholders. The project aims to enhance security infrastructure across Chicago Public Schools with a focus on technical precision, safety, and regulatory adherence.