This is an amendment to a solicitation for the installation of an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) in Building 503 at Tyndall AFB. The current system, installed in ****, is at the end of its life cycle and requires a full replacement of all components, including sensors, cabling, and access panels. The installation must be performed in parallel with the existing system to avoid operational disruption. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment, infrastructure upgrades, and ancillary materials, and for integrating the new system into the existing Electronic Security System (ESS). All abandoned conductors must be removed. There is a brand name restriction to Honeywell Vindicator hardware. The deadline for offers has been extended to May 8, 2026. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for April 16, 2026, with interested vendors needing to submit an EAL template by April 10, 2026. Questions regarding the RFI are due by April 17, 2026.
The updated deadline for receipt of offers is May 8, 2026, at 1:00 p. m. CDT. The original solicitation also mentions an extended deadline of May 13, 2026, and another update to April 28, 2026, so it is important to confirm the final deadline.
The notice implies that vendors must be capable of installing intrusion detection systems and integrating them with existing electronic security systems, with a specific brand name restriction to Honeywell Vindicator hardware.
A mandatory site visit will be scheduled on April 16, 2026, for all interested vendors. Interested vendors must complete the attached EAL template and submit it to the POCs by April 10, 2026, by 10:00 a. m. CDT. Site visit details will be provided on the EAL.
The bid notice does not mention the submission of samples.
Questions on the RFI are due by April 17, 2026, at 4:00 p. m. CDT. An amendment will be issued with answers to questions received by April 22, 2026.