The 6th Communications Squadron at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL, is seeking to implement a comprehensive ID badging system to replace the outdated key access method, which poses tracking challenges. The new system aims to enhance security by installing updated card readers and surveillance cameras in multiple buildings. It will include independent entry access control compatible with the DoD Common Access Card (CAC), and an all-weather capability. The system will also support third-party card options and feature a centralized management control for entry timing and lockdown overrides. Each facility will be connected to dedicated termination hubs, ensuring data log maintenance, while the system will be operational without relying on external networks. This upgrade is essential for protecting significant DOD assets and managing authorized access efficiently. The proposal includes installation, training, a maintenance service agreement, and a warranty for the installed equipment. The final deliverables are specified to meet strict technical requirements while providing significant operational improvements.
This combined synopsis/solicitation is issued by the federal government for the purchase, delivery, and installation of a Facility Badge-In System at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) number FA481425TF050 must be referenced for any quotes submitted. As this solicitation is set aside for small businesses, the applicable NAICS code is 334290 with a size standard of 800 employees. The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation and notes that no awards will be made until funds are available. Quotes must be submitted by May 1, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. ET, via email to specified contacts.
Proposals should include the completed bid form, conceptual drawings, and meet the criteria outlined in the Statement of Need dated February 19, 2025. The evaluation criteria prioritize technical capability and price, with a focus on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management and discounts or warranties should be specified. Ultimately, the contractor chosen will adhere to safety and health regulations on the government installation and will be evaluated on their technical and pricing submissions.
This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the purchase, delivery, and installation of a Facility Badge-In System at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL, under RFQ number FA481425TF050. It is 100% set aside for small businesses, with a NAICS code of 334290. Notably, the government emphasizes that no award will be made until funds are available and retains the right to cancel the solicitation at any time.
Vendors are required to submit proposals consisting of a filled-out quote sheet and conceptual drawings for technical consideration by May 6, 2025. The selection process will utilize a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation, focusing on both price and the technical capability of the offered items as specified in the Statement of Need. Proposals must comply with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and all participating vendors must register in the System for Award Management.
The document outlines instructions, evaluation criteria, and terms regarding health and safety on government installations, as well as the role of an ombudsman for addressing vendor concerns. Overall, it serves as a clear guide for small businesses interested in fulfilling the government's needs for security systems at a military base.