UNH SERC Mechanical to Network Lockset Equipment & Installation

The University System of New Hampshire is requesting proposals on behalf of the University of New Hampshire for turnkey installation and activation of a networked lockset system across three SERC residence halls (Haaland, Handler, Peterson) under RFP 212027991, with proposals due October 2, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. EDT and a mandatory site walk on September 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Handler Hall.

Responding firms must hold factory certification for Software House hardware, Allegion-Schlage locksets, and Altronix power supplies — the central capability filter. No set-asides or incumbent information is identified. A preference for local vendors within the New England region applies for warranty support.

The scope encompasses replacement of 540 existing mechanical locksets with 532 Schlage LE and 8 Schlage AD400 networked locksets, integrated with the existing Software House C-Cure 9000 v3.0 access control system, plus supporting infrastructure including iSTAR Ultra G2 GCM boards, Schlage Engage Gateways, Altronix equipment enclosures, network switches, cabling, and power supplies. UNH has already purchased 330 Schlage LE locksets; the awarded firm must provide the remaining 202 LE locksets, 8 AD400 locksets, and all other equipment and materials. Specific bill-of-materials documents detail equipment requirements, quantities, and gateway wiring configurations for each building. Work spans occupied residential spaces requiring coordination with UNH Housing staff; work start times are restricted to 9:00 a.m. or later in occupied areas, and contractors must comply with summer conference and youth camp blackout dates (June 25–27, 2027).

The project is structured in two phases: Phase 1 (infrastructure installation and activation) concludes May 21, 2027; Phase 2 (lockset installation and activation) concludes August 1, 2027. The contract term runs from award through August 1, 2027, with no renewal options. Pricing must be submitted per building with separate cost breakdowns for each phase. Vendors bear all costs for proposal preparation, material storage, delivery, and damages to university property. Payment terms are 2% discount if paid within 10 days or net 30 days. Written questions are due September 24, 2026 by 12:00 p.m., with responses provided by September 28, 2026. Standard USNH terms and conditions apply, including commercial general liability insurance ($2 million general aggregate) with USNH named as additional insured.