Electronic Access Locksets

The Electronic Access Locksets state-wide contract, administered by the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, provides a comprehensive procurement solution for various electronic and mechanical locking systems. The vehicle covers a wide range of lock technologies including padlocks, standard locksets, number locks, time locks, and electric locks. Specifically categorized under UNSPSC codes 46171501, 46171503, 46171508, 46171510, and 46171520, this contract enables state and local government entities to procure sophisticated access control solutions for secure facilities, campuses, and infrastructure.

The contract was awarded to ANIXTER INC on April 14, 2023, with an initial three-year term and options for two additional annual renewals. The vehicle covers the state of Wisconsin and is structured as a competitive bid contract (RFB no. 2023-UWWTW-00165-RFB). While specific total contract value was not disclosed, the agreement includes provisions for affirmative action plans for contracts estimated at $50,000 or more, with flexible renewal mechanisms contingent on mutual agreement between the University and the contractor. Agencies can leverage this contract to streamline procurement of electronic access lockset technologies with pre-negotiated terms and competitive pricing.