District Wide Access Control RFP

The Thornapple Kellogg School District in Barry County, Michigan is seeking proposals for a district-wide upgrade to its access control system. The District is looking to replace its existing S2 access control system with a new Genetec system. The project includes centralization of access control hardware, integration with the District's existing security camera system, role-based access control, upgrades to secured vestibules, and adding new access control portals. The District is requesting 800 HID iCLASS 2000 proximity cards, and bids are due by 11:00 AM on January 4, 2024. A walkthrough is scheduled for December 19, 2023, and the Board of Education is expected to award the contract on January 15, 2024. The target completion date for the project is August 15, 2024.

The RFP provides detailed technical specifications for the new Genetec access control system, including requirements for card readers, door strikes, power supplies, integration with the District's existing security camera and audio systems, and new cabling. Bidders are required to provide a 5% bid bond and must disclose any familial relationships and compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act. The District reserves the right to accept or reject any bids and award the contract to other than the low bidder based on factors such as uniformity, delivery time, and preference.