Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch Key Cabinet

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Columbus is soliciting bids for the delivery of one Morse Watchman KeyWatcher Touch Key Cabinet designed to enhance secure key management within government facilities. This device, specifically the 120-Key KeyWatcher Touch model and its accessories, must seamlessly integrate with the existing Lenel OnGuard® access control system and fully support authentication through the Government Common Access Card (CAC) using PC/SC certified smart card readers. The procurement aligns with stringent cybersecurity and regulatory standards, including NIST SP 800-53, 800-63-4, CNSSI 4009-2015, and complies with Revised Section 508 accessibility standards to ensure usability for all personnel. The solicitation is a total small business set-aside under FAR Part 19.5, and interested authorized resellers of Morse Watchman products must submit competitive quotes by June 15, 2026, 1:00 PM ET, including complete company and contact details, CAGE and DUNS numbers, and business size status. The contract evaluation follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, requiring vendors to meet minimum technical specifications, provide complete quotes without exceptions, and comply with all terms. Delivery of the cabinet must occur by July 31, 2026, with FOB destination terms to the DFAS Columbus Center Supply Office in Ohio. Inspection and acceptance will take place at both origin and destination points. Payments will be processed electronically through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The contract incorporates several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, including prohibitions on certain confidentiality agreements, inverted domestic corporations, and covered defense telecommunications equipment, alongside requirements for whistleblower rights and security compliance. Vendors must ensure SAM registrations are current and disclose any exclusion status. The solicitation underscores the importance of cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and seamless system integration to maintain the security and integrity of government facility operations.