RFP for Wireless Electronic Locks

JKL Bahweting Public School Academy in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, is seeking a vendor to procure and install wireless electronic locks through a Request for Proposal (RFP) 20250415.2 issued on April 16, 2025. The procurement covers the replacement of existing proximity-based door locks with new wireless electronic locks across three locations, totaling 15 doors. The project requires integration with the school's existing Genetec access control system, specifically Security Center 5.10 and Synergis Cloud Link 11.4. Vendors must provide 200 new non-proximity credentials, replace existing readers, and ensure complete system compatibility. The proposal must include all necessary equipment, materials, installation services, and licensing, with comprehensive documentation including IP/MAC addressing and login information. The bid is due on April 30, 2025, at 3:00 PM local time, with school board approval anticipated on May 13, 2025, and a project completion deadline of July 31, 2025. All proposed equipment must be new, with no refurbished or off-lease items accepted, and vendors must be authorized resellers.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be authorized resellers capable of providing a comprehensive solution compatible with the existing Genetec infrastructure. The project requires full system integration, with no indication of incumbent vendors currently managing the electronic lock system. While no specific budget range is detailed in the provided documentation, the scope involves 15 doors, 200 new credentials, and complete system replacement, suggesting a potentially significant investment. The procurement covers Chippewa County and involves JKL Bahweting Public School Academy, with the primary objective of enhancing physical security through modern wireless electronic lock technology. Vendors will need to demonstrate technical compatibility, system integration capabilities, and provide a cost-effective solution that meets the school's security and operational requirements.