TITLE
Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP TI20-047 and award contracts to Birdi Systems, Inc., of Pasadena, CA, Platt Security Systems, Inc., of Signal Hill, CA, and VectorUSA, of Torrance, CA, to provide as-needed video surveillance installation, repair, and maintenance to new and existing systems, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a period of two years, with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary amendments. (Citywide)
DISCUSSION
City Council approval is requested to enter into contracts with Birdi Systems, Inc., Platt Security Systems, Inc., and VectorUSA to provide as-needed video surveillance installation, repair, and maintenance to new and existing systems.
Over the past several years, the City of Long Beach (City) has deployed video surveillance cameras to enhance public safety in our community. These cameras are part of the Long Beach Common Operating Picture (LBCOP) system, which combines law enforcement data with real-time video monitoring to support public safety. LBCOP and these cameras have proven to be a cost-effective tool for preventing, deterring, and investigating crimes. The Technology and Innovation Department (TI) is responsible for providing the technical support for the cameras and telecommunications infrastructure connecting the cameras to the City's network. Recently, aging camera and telecommunications components have led to outages and an increased need for routine repair and maintenance. Camera and telecommunications technology have also changed and improved, requiring system modernization to integrate the current technology.
TI has continued to repair and maintain the existing cameras, as well as install new cameras at various locations throughout the City including the new Housing Authority facility, Publi...
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