City of Columbia Parking Management System

The City of Columbia is issuing an informal Request for Information (RFI) to gather input from qualified vendors on modern Parking Management Systems, equipment, software, and related professional services. The goal is to assess market capabilities, identify best‑practice technologies, and shape a future formal Request for Proposal for a city‑wide Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS) that will replace aging hardware across nine parking decks and surface lots. Respondents are asked to provide details on maintenance, warranty, emerging technologies, implementation timelines, risk factors, cost models, and any innovative solutions not listed. The RFI does not obligate the City to pay for response costs. • Seeks information on hardware (LPR, gates, kiosks, ticketing), software platforms (enforcement, payment, permit, revenue reporting), and integration with existing cashiering system (Can/Am Technologies). • Preference for Elavon credit‑card processing and integration with current Teller Cashiering. • Requires answers to 14 specific questions covering support, emerging tech, risks, implementation, pricing models, and competitive considerations. • One online submission due by 2:00 p.m. ET on October 1, 2026 via the City’s e‑procurement portal (IonWave). • No pre‑bid meeting or site visit is required.