Transit Camera Replacement

The City of Cedar Rapids is soliciting sealed bids through its online e-procurement system for the purchase and installation of 54 Axis security cameras at the bus garage and Ground Transportation Center, replacing existing cameras. The bid submission deadline is March 8, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. CST, with bids to be submitted exclusively via the IonWave portal; responses sent by email, fax, or hard copy will not be accepted. The City emphasizes that suppliers are responsible for correctly submitting their responses, and the bid opening will occur immediately after the deadline. Following evaluation, the City will notify all bidders of the results via a bid tabulation, but no results will be disclosed prior to award or over the phone. Bids can be withdrawn any time before the deadline, but no modifications or withdrawals are permitted for sixty days afterward. The contract, identified as Transit Camera Replacement with solicitation number PUR1123-147, is part of the City’s procurement activities under the NAICS code 561621, which pertains to security systems and related services. The project’s primary contact is Rebecca Johnson, reachable via email or phone. This procurement is part of the City’s broader efforts to enhance transit security infrastructure, and detailed instructions, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements are outlined in the solicitation. The comprehensive process ensures transparency and competitive bidding, with the City reserving the right to reject any or all bids and make awards in its best interest, emphasizing compliance with submission protocols and timely responses.