Access Control System
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Indian Health Service (IHS), specifically the Inscription House Health Center (KHC), is soliciting proposals for an Access Control System at its facility in Tonalea, AZ. This is an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside opportunity. Proposals are due by June 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the design, engineering, furnishing, installation, configuration, integration, testing, and commissioning of a Lenel OnGuard-compatible Physical Access Control System (PACS) and an Intrusion Detection System (IDS). The system will secure approximately forty (40) interior and exterior controlled openings and protect the Pharmacy and designated controlled substance storage areas. Key deliverables include a dedicated workstation, licensing, lockdown functionality, user access programming, full system testing, training for IHHC personnel, and comprehensive documentation (as-built drawings, configuration, device schedules). A minimum one-year parts and labor warranty is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Period of Performance: 150 business days from contract award.
- Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (excluding Federal Holidays).
- Set-Aside: Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE).
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
- Published: May 28, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted in PDF format and are limited to 15 pages. Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose proposal is determined to be the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offerors must include all documents/information listed in the solicitation. Failure to follow instructions may render a quote unacceptable. Invoices must be submitted through the Department of Treasury Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is specifically set aside for Indian-Owned, Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) under the Buy Indian Act. Offerors must complete and submit the IHS Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Representation Form to self-certify their eligibility. Eligibility must be maintained throughout the contract performance. Successful Offerors must also be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM).
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes several attachments: Statement of Work (Attachment A), Department of Labor Wage Determinations (Attachment B), Maps and Drawings (Attachment C), Fully-Approved Brand Name Justification for LenelS2 OnGuard (Attachment D), and the IHS Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form (Attachment E).