Keyless Building Entry System

Whitefish Township Community Schools, located in Paradise, Michigan, is seeking proposals for a comprehensive keyless building entry and security system through a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued on April 15, 2019. The procurement involves installing a keyless door lock and hardware system for up to 25 interior doors and 8 exterior doors, along with a security camera system comprising 5 exterior and 5 interior cameras that will integrate with the existing HIKVision system. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on May 7, 2019, with a public bid opening at 2:15 PM the same day, and the complete installation must be finished by August 31, 2019. The district will award the contract based on "best value" criteria, which include price, conformance to specifications, quality and relevance of training, past performance, and ability to deliver products and services. Vendors are required to provide detailed equipment information, including comprehensive documentation such as door hardware schedules, product certificates, and maintenance data, along with references from three K-12 school district accounts where comparable work has been performed.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but vendors must complete an Iran Affidavit certifying they are not an "Iran Linked Business" as defined by Michigan Public Act 517 of 2012. The school district is exempt from federal and state sales taxes, which may impact the overall project pricing. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated in the document, the scope of work involves upgrading entry systems and security infrastructure for up to 33 doors and 10 cameras. Vendors are expected to provide warranty information, support services, and comprehensive documentation as part of their proposal. The bid will remain valid for 60 days after submission, giving the school district flexibility in evaluating and selecting the most suitable vendor for their keyless entry and security system project.