Request for Information (RFI) - Access Control System

Project Description: This Request for Information (RFI) Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Source is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County’s needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment.
The following commodity or service is thought to be available from only a sole source (or reasonable source) and is the only commodity/services that meets the County’s needs:
SGI Matrix Systems, LLC (Matrix), provides Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) the Access Control system and services required to support network integration with the existing system installed at FLL. When these systems are modified, expanded, monitored, tested, inspected, or require repairs and maintenance, such contracts must use the approved, sole source Vendor to test, program, certify and maintain warranties, etc., that are in place. Use of a different system will not integrate with the existing access control system and may cause issues with security and safety within the facility.
Broward County Aviation Division (BCAD) is responsible for coordinating and implementing multiple construction projects throughout FLL which require the use of Matrix. The use of an alternative source by transitioning to a different Vendor would require a major overhaul of every piece of access control equipment currently installed at FLL, which includes a new centralized monitoring system, and the development and dissemination of new training for Airport personnel both operating and utilizing these systems.
This RFI will remain posted until closing date and time.
Prospective Vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to provide the commodity or service described or written explanation or other documentation contesting the proposed RFI designation.
If you are capable of meeting or exceeding the County’s requirements for the specified commodity or service, respond to this RFI through the electronic bidding system. Vendor should upload any supporting information in the electronic bidding system as part of its response to assist the County in determining if commodity or service is comparable, is available from multiple suppliers, and meets the County’s needs. The Director of Purchasing shall have sole authority in deciding what is comparable.
The Director of Purchasing shall consider such submittals and notify all submitting vendors (thru the electronic bidding system) of the decision whether to designate as a Sole Source/Brand, which decision shall not be subject to objection, protest, or appeal.