Multi-Site Security Upgrades

Solicitation 2026-043, titled Multi-Site Security Upgrades, is an invitation for bids to perform electronic security system upgrades at Franklin, Roosevelt, and McDaniel High Schools for the Portland Public Schools Purchasing and Contracting Department. The scope of work involves modifying existing Kantech panels and installing new KT-NCC Access Control Systems, including pin-prox card readers and the latest software and firmware managed via Kantech Global software. All work must adhere to PPS Facility Standards, National Electrical Code, NFPA Fire Code Regulations, and industry standards such as TIA, EIA, and BICSI. The project requires the use of Kantech reference products, with no alternate manufacturers permitted. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the Total Bid Price. Bidders must provide a bid bond, a completed Bidder’s Responsibility Information Form, and proof of Kantech Certification. Key compliance requirements include the payment of BOLI prevailing wages, adherence to OSHA safety standards, and strict prompt payment terms for first-tier subcontractors. The anticipated work start date is January 13, 2026, with a bid closing deadline of November 17, 2026. Final acceptance is contingent upon a successful go/no-go performance test, the submission of a complete report of positive test results, and the provision of manufacturer warranty certifications.