RFP-13-2026 security system and access control services

Howard County, Maryland is soliciting responses through Request for Proposal RFP-13-2026 for Security System and Access Control Services. This procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive security system and access control solutions for county facilities. The specific deliverables, key objectives, required qualifications, and evaluation criteria for this solicitation have not been detailed in the available information; interested vendors should consult the full RFP documentation posted on the Howard County Department of Procurement and Contract Administration website at https://www.howardcountymd.gov/procurement-contract-administration under Current Solicitations for complete requirements and specifications. The proposal submission deadline is April 15, 2026, with the posting date of March 19, 2026 providing vendors approximately four weeks to prepare and submit their responses. Prospective bidders should note that the due date is subject to change, and any modifications will be posted to the county's procurement website.

The available documentation does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, incumbent vendor information, existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements, or award values and budget ranges for this procurement. Vendors interested in pursuing this opportunity should access the complete RFP documentation through Howard County's procurement website to obtain detailed information regarding any applicable preferences for minority-owned, women-owned, or other designated business enterprises, as well as specific budget parameters and technical requirements that may apply to security system and access control service providers responding to this solicitation.