Request for Information - Verkada – CCTV System

This Request for Information (RFI) Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Brand is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County’s needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment.

The following commodity or service is thought to be available only as a sole brand and is the only commodity/service that meets the County’s needs: Verkada – CCTV System.

Verkada – CCTV System:

• Provides up to 365 days of continuous, on-camera video storage without relying on external servers or NVRs.
• Includes an offline mode that allows for live stream viewing and core functionalities even during network outages.
• Utilizes patented end-to-end encryption to secure all physical security data.
• Equipped with a patent for live face blur to protect privacy in real-time.
• Features patented enhanced encryption specifically for facial data.
• Product lineup includes 4K dome cameras engineered with infrared LED isolation to prevent night-vision distortion.
• Offers a full range of indoor and outdoor cameras equipped with infrared and night vision capabilities.
• Provides a single ecosystem with native integration across video security, access control, environmental sensors, alarms, visitor management, video door intercoms, and cellular connectivity.
• Designed, manufactured, and supported by a single entity rather than combining separate third-party applications.

This RFI will remain posted until closing date and time.

Prospective Vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to provide the commodity or service described or written explanation or other documentation contesting the proposed RFI designation.

If you are capable of meeting or exceeding the County’s requirements for the specified commodity or service, respond to this RFI through the **electronic bidding system**. Vendor should upload any supporting information in the electronic bidding system as part of its response to assist the County in determining if commodity or service is comparable, is available from multiple suppliers, and meets the County’s needs. The Director of Purchasing shall have sole authority in deciding what is comparable.

The Director of Purchasing shall consider such submittals and notify all submitting vendors (thru the electronic bidding system) of the decision whether to designate as a Sole Source/Brand, which decision shall not be subject to objection, protest, or appeal.