Locksmith Materials Bid

Lake County Schools in Florida has initiated an annual piggyback procurement for locksmith materials through Invitation to Bid (ITB) #25-0415-ITB-KF949, with Electronic Access Specialists Inc. being the awarded contractor. The procurement focuses on providing locks, keys, and door hardware for Lake County Schools, with the contract effective from June 12, 2025, through June 11, 2028. Vendors must submit a current certificate of insurance naming Lake County School Board as an additional insured within ten days of notice, and establish a vendor ID number in the district's system for purchase order and payment processing. The contract requires vendors to comply with specific procurement documentation standards, including bid submission forms, non-collusion affidavits, and vendor qualification statements. Key submission deadlines include the posting date of January 8, 2026, with a due date of July 18, 2025, and vendors must be prepared to meet comprehensive performance standards and operational requirements outlined in the contract addendum.

The procurement appears open to multiple vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Electronic Access Specialists Inc., represented by Ramona Pinto from Largo, Florida, is the current incumbent contractor for this opportunity. The piggyback arrangement allows other governmental entities to utilize the contract terms and pricing established through Lake County Schools, potentially expanding the contract's reach and value. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the three-year contract duration suggests a potentially significant procurement opportunity for locksmith materials. Vendors must demonstrate capability to provide procurement services, maintain required insurance coverages, and integrate with the district's existing procurement infrastructure. The primary contact for questions is Kelly Fortune, Buyer II for Lake County School District, who can be reached at (352) 253-6764, with additional procurement information available through the district's Chief Financial Officer procurement department website.