Mobile Automatic License Plate Recognition System

The contract involves the procurement of five mobile automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) systems, specifically Genetec AutoVu SharpZ3 850nm units, for Larimer County, Colorado, under the auspices of Colorado State University's Transportation Department. The project includes not only the acquisition of these systems but also the removal of existing equipment and the installation of the new units. The university already possesses the necessary software licenses and a Genetec server, which will support the deployment of the new ALPR systems. The solicitation, posted on October 3, 2025, with a response deadline of October 10, 2025, is a fixed-price procurement with an estimated contract value ranging from 150,000 to 250,000 dollars. The contract emphasizes compliance with university procurement policies, federal small business classifications, and tax regulations, as evidenced by the inclusion of various self-certification forms and standard terms and conditions governing purchase orders and services. The procurement process is structured to ensure adherence to legal, safety, and quality standards, with detailed terms outlined in multiple documents covering purchase conditions, bid procedures, and vendor certifications. These include comprehensive clauses on invoicing, delivery, inspection rights, indemnification, and termination rights, alongside certifications of business size and socio-economic status, often in both English and Spanish. The inclusion of IRS forms and legal certifications underscores the emphasis on regulatory compliance and transparency. Overall, this contract aims to enhance the county’s traffic monitoring capabilities through advanced ALPR technology, ensuring a streamlined procurement process aligned with federal and state regulations, and supporting small and diverse business participation where applicable.