Gunshot Detection System

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (“NCTCOG”) seeks an experienced vendor or vendors to provide the goods or services described herein to the members of its TXShare Cooperative Purchasing Program (“TXShare”). The awarded contracts will be promoted via TXShare. The purpose of this Request for Proposals is to solicit responses that result in a contract with one or more vendor(s) that are qualified to provide one or more categories of the goods or services. This solicitation is for a gunshot detection system. Given the increasing frequency of active shooter incidents, these systems are becoming an essential part of security infrastructure in various settings, including schools, airports, and public buildings. Please propose a solution that will cover one or more of the following areas: • Rapid Response: These systems can detect gunshots almost instantly and alert law enforcement and security personnel, significantly reducing response times. • Enhanced Safety: By providing real-time information about the location and number of shots fired, these systems help first responders and building occupants make informed decisions to stay safe. • Situational Awareness: They offer critical situational awareness during active shooter incidents, helping to coordinate emergency responses more effectively. • Evidence Collection: Shooter detection systems can record data that is valuable for post-incident investigations and can be used as evidence in court. • Deterrence: The presence of such systems can act as a deterrent to potential shooters, knowing that their actions will be detected and responded to quickly. Services are solicited for these categories: Service Category #1: Gunshot Detection Systems Service Category #2: Other Ancillary Services