Proximity Badge HR FY2026

This contract is a set-aside exclusively for a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) supplier, focusing on the supply of proximity cards compatible with HID technology. The cards are credit card-sized, measuring 2 1/8 by 3 3/8 inches, with a thickness of 30 mils. The specifications include a Wiegand format with 37 bits, facility code 1, and a range of card numbers from 134102 to 138102, totaling 4,000 cards. The card data structure incorporates various bit allocations for facility code, cardholder ID, and other identifiers, ensuring secure and standardized access control. The contract emphasizes internal and external numbering matching, with detailed bit-level configurations to facilitate proper encoding and reading of the cards. The solicitation, titled "Proximity Badge HR FY2026," was posted on July 9, 2025, with a response deadline of July 24, 2025. The project is managed by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Corrections, specifically through the Operation Support Center DRCFRA, and involves a contract value estimated between $200,000 and $400,000. The contract aims to procure these proximity cards for use within Ohio, supporting security and access management for state facilities. Interested suppliers can find additional details and manage the procurement process through the provided online portal link.