Traffic Safety Software

The City of Lakeland, through its Public Works Traffic Operations department, is soliciting proposals under RFP 2026-RFP-108 for a cloud-based Traffic Safety Software solution. The primary objective is to integrate and analyze traffic volumes, speed data, and crash records to identify patterns and predict crash hotspots, thereby enhancing public safety and reducing accidents. The required system must feature geospatial analysis tools, such as heat maps and before-and-after graphical comparisons, and must adhere to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, utilizing AES 256-bit encryption for data at rest and TLS 1.2 or higher for data in transit. Additionally, the contractor must implement bias detection and correction mechanisms to ensure AI fairness and non-discrimination in its predictive models. The City aims for full implementation within six months, with deliverables including the software, end-user training, and final City sign-off. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by October 7, 2026, and must include an executive summary, technical proposal, project plan, cost proposal, and three client references. Award decisions will be based on the most responsive vendor, considering factors such as technical evaluation, experience, and administrative costs. Selected vendors must comply with rigorous legal and ethical requirements, including providing a notarized Human Trafficking Affidavit, certifying a drug-free workplace, and signing comprehensive indemnification agreements to hold the City and the Florida Department of Transportation harmless from liabilities arising from negligence or misconduct.