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Tulare County is seeking proposals for an enterprise GPS fleet management system. The system should provide subminute live tracking, integrate with RTA fleet management software, and include advanced AI safety camera capabilities. The contract will be for an initial term of three years with two one-year extension options. Proposals are due by June 16, 2026, via electronic submission to Bidnet Direct. Award will be made on a best-value basis. Key requirements include expertise in municipal fleet accounts, a dedicated account manager, defined service level agreements, 24/7 support operations, high-precision tracking, customizable dashboards, granular access control, asset management, Google Maps integration, driver behavior monitoring, asset battery health prioritization, fleet utilization tracking, mileage and maintenance reporting, safety and compliance features (seatbelt, geofencing, lightbar monitoring), accident detection, professional installation (preferably 3-wire hardwired), cellular network technology refresh guarantee, and no cost for equipment or replacement of defective units. Camera solutions should include forward-facing and dual-facing options with AI safety features and privacy controls. Data ownership remains with the county, and API connectivity is required. Cybersecurity protocols must be detailed. Invoices must be itemized and clear. Proposals must be submitted in searchable PDF format via Bidnet Direct by the deadline. The main narrative portion of the technical proposal should not exceed ten pages.
The deadline for submitting proposals is June 16, 2026, by 5:00 PM PT. Late submissions will not be accepted.
The bid notice does not specify payment terms.
The bid notice does not specify warranty terms.
The award for this request for proposal will be made on a best value basis.
Proposers must be qualified and experienced in providing enterprise GPS fleet management solutions, with demonstrated experience managing large, complex municipal or government fleet accounts. They must also provide evidence of all required licenses in good standing and disclose any legal actions or felony convictions.
The bid notice mentions that in case of default by the successful proposer, the county may procure services from another source and recover any penalties, fees, or other costs from any unpaid balance due to the successful proposer.
The bid notice does not mention a site visit.
The bid notice does not require sample submission.
The bid notice does not specify a challenge deadline.
The bid notice states that failure to adhere to formatting guidelines, omission of required information or mandatory documents, or late submissions may render proposals nonresponsive or lead to disqualification.
