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County to seek upgraded jail camera system; low‑cost bid favored for less intrusive installation
Summary
Crook County staff recommended selecting a lower‑cost camera vendor (Anwa) to replace jail cameras that are nearing end of life; commissioners agreed to move the purchase through the consent agenda process.
County staff told commissioners on Jan. 15 that the jail’s camera system is approaching end of life and that three suppliers submitted bids. The county recommended selecting the low‑cost option (Anwa) because it can reuse existing wiring and hardware and would be less intrusive and roughly $100,000 cheaper than competing offers.
Why it matters: the jail’s surveillance system must remain maintainable and under warranty to ensure continued monitoring and evidence preservation. Staff said lead time from contract to full installation is roughly nine to ten months, so early procurement is required to avoid service interruptions.
What staff reported - James (county staff) and IT/security staff collected three bids, including Avigilon and Bosch; the recommended Anwa option had lower cost and required fewer changes to existing wiring. - A small grant (approximately $5,000 reimbursement through CIS) has been obtained but does not materially change the county’s required funding.
Action taken Commissioners instructed staff to place the purchase on the next regular consent agenda for approval and procurement. “If you have any questions or issues, … go to consent next week,” a commissioner said. The county indicated the vendor selection will proceed via the consent process and staff will pursue additional grant opportunities if available.
Next steps Staff will return in the consent agenda packet with procurement documents and any available grant matches.
