Proximity Badge HR FY2026

The state of Ohio has issued a contract opportunity for Proximity Badge HR FY2026, specifically seeking the procurement of proximity cards with specific technical specifications for facility access control. The solicitation requires HID-compatible proximity cards with precise technical parameters, including a 37-bit Wiegand card format, a card thickness of 30 MILS, and a standard credit card size of 2 1/8 x 3 3/8 inches. The procurement will include 4,000 total cards with internal and external numbers ranging from 134102 to 138102, matching a specific facility code. The cards must adhere to HID H10304 card format standards, with detailed bit allocation requirements for parity, facility code, cardholder ID, and other technical specifications. The contract opportunity was posted on July 9, 2025, with proposals due by July 24, 2025, providing potential suppliers approximately two weeks to prepare and submit their responses.

This procurement is exclusively designated as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) set-aside, meaning only MBE-certified suppliers are eligible to compete for the contract. The restriction ensures that the contract will be awarded solely to a qualified minority-owned business that can meet the technical and operational requirements for producing these specialized proximity badges. While specific award value details are not provided in the available documentation, the procurement of 4,000 cards suggests a potentially significant contract value. The technical specificity of the card requirements indicates that vendors must have sophisticated manufacturing capabilities and deep understanding of access control card technologies. The state of Ohio's procurement approach demonstrates a commitment to supporting minority-owned businesses while maintaining stringent technical standards for critical security infrastructure components.