Council Chamber Control Room Redesign

The City of Tacoma is seeking a qualified firm to redesign the Council Chambers control room so a single operator can manage all audio‑visual, broadcast, and streaming equipment. The scope covers full design documentation, equipment layout, rack and power planning, and integration of existing hardware (Q‑SYS, Bosch, Ross, Panasonic PTZ cameras, etc.) with recommendations for any new equipment needed to achieve a single‑operator workflow. The effort is a design‑only contract (≈ $350 K) with a one‑year term and an optional second year, and the design contractor may later bid on the subsequent installation phase. • Redesign must support uncompressed 1080p 60 fps video (or 4K if budget allows), PTZ control with ≥ 50 presets, and live streaming to Zoom/Teams. • Audio must include DSP with Acoustic Echo Cancellation, Dante/AES67 routing, and ADA‑compliant assist‑listening. • Deliverables include CAD/Visio schematics, rack elevations, IP‑address maps, and a “to‑build” spec package. • Existing AV hardware is to be reused where possible; any new gear must be justified within the design. • Vendor must meet AVIXA‑certified lead‑engineer qualifications, Washington prevailing‑wage rules, and City security standards.