Portable Weapons Detection Screening Systems

Coastal Carolina University is soliciting qualified vendors to provide portable weapons detection screening systems for use across various campus locations and events, including athletic competitions, commencement ceremonies, and other high-traffic areas requiring pedestrian security screening. The solicitation, identified as CCU-9300812, was posted on July 31, 2026, with responses due by August 28, 2026, and is issued under the state and local government (SLED) classification. The systems must meet specific technical and operational requirements outlined in the solicitation to ensure reliable, efficient, and secure detection capabilities in dynamic environments. All equipment must be capable of deployment in outdoor and indoor settings with minimal disruption to foot traffic while maintaining high accuracy and compliance with safety standards. The procurement is managed by Tracy O’Keefe, the primary point of contact, reachable via email at tokeefe@coastal.edu, and all activity is conducted through the South Carolina State Procurement Portal. The place of performance is limited to facilities within South Carolina, and the university expects vendors to demonstrate experience in delivering similar security solutions for educational or public safety applications. There is no set-aside designation for small or disadvantaged businesses, and no NAICS code has been assigned. Vendors are encouraged to review the full solicitation details on the official SCBO website to ensure alignment with all technical, logistical, and compliance requirements prior to submission.