BID - Parking Meter Replacement_Multi-Space Meters 2007

The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Town of Greenwich for the procurement of multi-space pay-on-foot parking stations. The document includes various sections and requirements for potential contractors to submit their proposals. The document begins with a request for information on the contractor's experience and accomplishments working for municipalities and the public sector. It then asks for a description of any professional or ethical conflicts that may interfere with handling the contract. The contractor is also required to discuss their resources and personnel that distinguish them from their competition. They need to attach copies of the resumes of the staff who will be assigned to work on the project and provide a timetable of events covering the entire scope of work. Additionally, the contractor needs to provide at least three references with completed work similar to the project's scope and specifications. They are also required to provide details on how the proposed product meets the hardware and software specifications mentioned in the RFP. The document also includes details on training, warranty, and technical support that will be provided by the contractor. It concludes with the completion and submission of reply sheets and an insurance procedure form. The evaluation process is outlined, with criteria such as price, enforcement capabilities, customer convenience features, and more. The financial strength of the finalists and the possibility of interviews are also mentioned. In the second stage of the evaluation process, the two highest-ranked respondents will provide a 90-day trial period demonstration of the proposed product and service. The criteria for evaluating the trial hardware, software, and overall product trial are provided. The document ends with reply sheets for pricing, optional pricing, and exceptions that the respondent may have to the language of the RFP.