04SS-003 Knox Boxes and Secure Key System

Marion County Fire Rescue in Florida is conducting a sole source procurement for Key Secure Systems designed to integrate with the County's existing Knox Box master key infrastructure. This procurement addresses the need for a compatible secure key system that serves over 300 commercial properties throughout Marion County that currently utilize Knox Boxes installed in accordance with Fire Code requirements. The Key Secure device must be specifically engineered to function seamlessly with the County's proprietary master key system and cannot be duplicated or manufactured by alternative sources without compromising system integrity and security. The procurement seeks to identify the manufacturer or an authorized source capable of supplying Key Secure Systems that are fully compatible with the County's existing Knox Box master key configuration. The procurement was posted on May 7, 2026, with a proposal due date of May 14, 2026, allowing prospective vendors seven days to submit their responses. Key objectives include maintaining the security and operational integrity of the County's existing Knox Box infrastructure while identifying a qualified supplier capable of meeting the County's specific technical requirements.

No set-aside designations or restrictions on organization types responding to this procurement have been identified in the available documentation. The procurement does not reference incumbent vendors or current contractors, though the necessity for compatibility with the County's existing Knox Box master key system effectively restricts eligibility to the manufacturer of the proprietary system or its authorized distributors. The integration requirement with the County's established Knox Box infrastructure represents a critical technical specification that bidders must satisfy. No award value or budget range has been disclosed in the procurement notice. Vendors interested in responding must demonstrate their authorization to supply Key Secure Systems compatible with Marion County's specific master key configuration and must be capable of maintaining the security standards required for this critical fire safety infrastructure.