Birmingham International Airport Flybirmingham #RFP: Parking Guidance System

Automated Parking Guidance System for Birmingham Airport Parking Deck

The Birmingham Airport Authority is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Automated Parking Guidance System (PGS) for its multi-level parking deck at Birmingham-Shuttleworth International Airport. - Government Buyer: - Birmingham Airport Authority (BAA), Birmingham, Alabama - Key contacts: Ronald F. Mathieu (President & CEO), Ed A Seoane (Vice President of Purchasing) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - SKIPATA-ASSA ABLOY - ECO PARKING RH - TH SECURITY - BCL ENTERPRISE - TKH Security - Parklelp - BEC - PGS LLC - CAVU - Parkrol USA - Products/Services Requested: - Automated Parking Guidance System (PGS) for levels 2-7 (approx. 4,696 spaces) - Base bid: Camera-based system with license plate recognition (LPR), CCTV, real-time space detection, signage, find-your-car kiosks, and mobile apps - Alternates: Ultrasonic sensor and in-ground magnetic sensor solutions - Integration with HUB-ZEAG PARCS and airport operations/revenue systems - ADA-compliant kiosks (minimum 5 units), variable and fixed signage, mobile phone applications - Spare parts: 10% of camera pods (approx. 470 units) - Local server hosting (no cloud solutions), 30-day video retention, robust uptime, rapid update speeds - Environmental durability: IP65+ rating, -20F to 140F tolerance - Minimum 100 hours of staff training - Preventive maintenance and software support (up to 6 years) - Find-your-car kiosks with touchscreen, barcode/QR code scanner, multi-language support - Dynamic LED signage with ADA symbols, high brightness, and outdoor rating - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Mandatory Alabama General Contractors License for proposers - Only vendors who attended the mandatory pre-bid meeting are eligible - On-premises server hosting required; cloud solutions not accepted - 30-day video storage, ADA-compliant kiosks, minimum 100 hours of training - Spare parts stock (10% of camera pods) stored onsite - Strict performance standards: 99%+ uptime, high detection accuracy, rapid update speeds - Environmental and ADA compliance, robust maintenance and support - Integration with existing airport parking and revenue control systems - 100% performance and payment bond required

Description

The Birmingham Airport Authority (BAA) is soliciting proposals for a qualified vendor to supply, install, integrate, and support a parking guidance system (PGS) for the Birmingham Shuttleworth International Airport parking deck covering levels 2 through 7, totaling approximately 4,696 parking spaces including covered/uncovered, electric vehicle, handicap, and reserved spaces. The system aims to improve efficiency, safety, security, and customer experience by providing real-time parking availability, reducing search times, minimizing congestion, and optimizing space utilization. The PGS must integrate with existing airport parking, revenue control, and operations systems, support future expansion, and include features such as license plate recognition, CCTV, variable and fixed signage, find-your-car kiosks, and mobile applications. The project includes design-build and software license/support services, with a two-year warranty and ongoing maintenance requirements. The proposal deadline is April 9, 2026, with a mandatory pre-submittal meeting on March 12, 2026.

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