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The Brookhaven School District in Mississippi is conducting a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of approximately six (6) weapons detection systems to be installed throughout the district. The primary objective is to acquire OPENGATE weapons detection systems with LTE Board, including batteries and chargers, though alternative solutions meeting specific technical requirements are welcome. Key specifications include a fully open walk-through detection system capable of capturing various weapon types with a low nuisance alarm rate, and systems that are battery-powered, portable, weatherproof, and lightweight. The RFP evaluation will utilize a 100-point scoring system, with 50 points allocated to pricing, 20 points for proposal quality and references, 20 points for timely delivery, and 10 points for being an authorized Mississippi dealer. The solicitation was released on May 28, 2025, with proposal submissions due on June 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, followed by a reverse auction at 2:00 PM CST the same day. The desired project completion date is July 25, 2025, and the contract pricing will remain valid for twelve months from contract signing.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract award is contingent upon approval from the Brookhaven School District Board of Trustees and available funding, with the district reserving the right to reject any or all proposals. While no incumbent vendors are specified, the document indicates a clear preference for the OPENGATE system while remaining open to alternative solutions that meet the detailed technical specifications. The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bidding process without narrow restrictions on vendor participation. No specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the provided documentation, though the scale suggests a project involving six weapons detection systems across multiple district locations. Potential vendors should note that successful bidders must be prepared to provide a comprehensive solution that meets the district's security and technological requirements.