Pasadena Opengov #2026-RFI-0180

RFI: Early Wildfire Detection Solutions Using AI and Thermal Imaging for City of Pasadena

The City of Pasadena Fire Department is seeking information from technology providers and researchers on advanced solutions for early wildfire detection using artificial intelligence (AI), thermal imaging, or hybrid systems. - Government Buyer: - City of Pasadena Fire Department - Requested Solutions and Services: - Early wildfire detection technologies leveraging AI, thermal imaging, or both - Capabilities to detect wildfire ignition or abnormal heat signatures before visible smoke - Real-time alerting and reduction of false alarms through AI-assisted classification - Integration with existing city systems (dispatch, GIS) - Support for varied environmental conditions and deployment scalability - Information on sensor types, camera capabilities, analytics engines, detection ranges, hardware/network requirements, and cloud vs. on-premises options - Details on cybersecurity, data protection, AI model transparency, and system resiliency - Operational support, deployment requirements, and cost structures - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the RFI; open to all qualified technology providers - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on AI-driven false alarm reduction and integration with city systems - Interest in both hardware and software solutions, including analytics and data protection - Focus on solutions that can operate reliably in diverse environmental conditions - RFI is for information gathering only; no contract award at this stage

Description

The City of Pasadena Fire Department is seeking information from qualified vendors and researchers about advanced solutions that use artificial intelligence, thermal imaging, or both for early wildfire detection. The goal is to gather details on technology capabilities, integration, costs, and operational considerations to improve early detection and response times in the wildland-urban interface. This Request for Information (RFI) is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to purchase or contract.

View original listing