Sources Sought Notice for Unaccompanied Housing Door Locks

The Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces is seeking vendor capability briefs and statements through this sources sought notice for a modern access control system to replace obsolete door locks at 11 unaccompanied housing facilities. The government is transitioning from an offline, hardwired system utilizing dormakaba 790 satin chrome electric locks and discontinued ATLAS management software to a cloud-based platform that replicates and enhances existing functionality. Key requirements include support for multiple credential types (physical hard keys, RFID, PIN codes, and Bluetooth mobile access), a compact portable programming unit with low-battery indicators, hardware rated for high-humidity environments, comprehensive cloud-based lock and access management with remote programming capabilities, detailed auditing, configurable staff roles, third-party Property Management System integration, and maintenance of the resident self-service kiosk that issues 24-hour temporary RFID credentials. The government has not specified formal evaluation criteria in the notice but emphasizes the need for modern, fully-supported solutions with enhanced capabilities, flexibility, and ease of use compared to the current system. Interested vendors must submit capability briefs or statements by March 10, 2026, with the solicitation number identified as FA520926DoorLocks.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation, and the current incumbent system utilizes dormakaba equipment including their M-Unit programming tools and discontinued ATLAS software. The government requires replacement of access control systems for approximately 1,164 rooms and doors across the 11 facilities, indicating substantial scope. The notice does not specify an award value or budget range, nor does it detail the timeline for implementation, though the government indicates implementation may occur either all at once or phased by building. A desirable but non-required feature mentioned is a self-recharging mechanism powered by kinetic door handle energy, demonstrating the government's interest in innovative, energy-efficient solutions. No specific contract duration or service period is outlined in the sources sought notice.