Wander/Elopement guard system

The Ohio Department of Veteran Services is seeking bids for the replacement of Wander Guard elopement and wander management systems at the Ohio Veterans Home Sandusky and Georgetown facilities. The project involves installing advanced Bluetooth Low Energy technology, wearable tags, door and perimeter monitoring, and centralized management platforms to enhance resident safety and operational efficiency. Mandatory site visits are scheduled for early November, with attendance required for responsive proposals, and the deadline for submissions is November 14, 2025. The contract, with a value estimated between $500,000 and $1.5 million, will extend until June 30, 2026, or upon project completion, and will adhere to Ohio’s standard contractual terms, including compliance with state procurement policies, data sovereignty requirements, and anti-corruption regulations. Bidders must also complete certification forms to claim preferences for domestic products, Ohio-based businesses, and veteran-owned enterprises. Supporting documentation emphasizes the importance of regulatory compliance, including affirmations regarding offshore services and data location restrictions, as well as detailed scope of work and contractual obligations. The procurement process is structured to ensure transparency and adherence to state standards, with additional solicitations for related projects such as fencing and software renewals, illustrating the department’s broader efforts to modernize infrastructure and technology at its veteran care facilities. The overarching goal is to improve safety, dignity, and operational effectiveness within these senior living environments through reliable, state-of-the-art security and monitoring solutions.