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Vendor Negotiation for Automated Red Light Enforcement Program
History
Information on the vendor selection process, a timeline and rationale for recommending a vendor for the Village's automated red light enforcement program is provided in the attached memo. Staff recommends seeking the Board's approval to enter into exclusive negotiations with the recommended provider for this program similar to the process used in selecting the waste hauler in 2013.
The Village of Orland Park intends to contract with the most qualified vendor for a comprehensive and fully integrated, automated red light traffic enforcement program. The successful contractor is expected to deploy traffic safety camera equipment at warranted Village designated intersections. The contracted services shall include all hardware, software, installation, maintenance, operation, and all back office processing of violations.
On January 10th, 2014, the Village published an RFP on the Village website and The SouthtownStar newspaper. An evaluation committee comprising the Chief of Police, Finance Director, Assistant Village Manager, and Traffic Enforcement Lieutenant was assembled to evaluate the process. A detailed description of the analysis, timeline, and process is attached. Based on the interviews and proposal evaluations, GATSO USA received the highest average score.
Selection Rationale for Recommendation
The recommended vendor has sophisticated products, flexible fee structures and is an established international brand in the traffic enforcement industry. The following strengths were identified:
· GATSO’s Industry Experience
o GATSO USA provides photo enforcement for 60+ countries and 20+ U.S. communities since 1958.
o GATSO is contractor for a number of E.U. governments including France and the Netherlands.
o GATSO USA appears to have the technical ability to provide full turnkey services to Village.
· GATSO’s System Advantages
o GATSO has better detection, camera and review te...
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