Bid Specifications - Proximity Readers CTC Complex.docx

This is a Request for Proposals issued by the Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District for the purchase of proximity reader systems and related access control equipment. The District is seeking qualified firms to provide 13 proximity locks, 4 proximity reader modules for existing locks, 4 motorized panic bar kits with readers, 1 controller, 2 proximity readers for gates, 2 reader interfaces, 2 wireless controllers, and 2 gate locks. All equipment must be Schlage locks and reader modules or equivalent that interface with the current Vanderbilt Industries Schlage SMS Enterprise software system. The District specifies that existing power is available at the two gate locations. Delivery, installation, and programming are included as part of the proposal requirements. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Administration Office at 1101 Red Drive, Traverse City, Michigan 49684 no later than 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on Monday, April 26, 2021. Bids should remain valid for 60 days, and envelopes must be clearly marked "Proximity Readers" and addressed to Linda Bielecki.

The District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, is not obligated to accept the lowest bid, and reserves all rights and remedies granted by law. The District may waive formalities and take such action as it deems necessary in the best interest of the organization. Bidding is open to all interested parties in compliance with applicable national, state, and local laws.