Description
BakerRipley, a large Texas nonprofit, is soliciting a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive locksmith services on an as‑needed basis across its Houston‑area facilities. The contract requires 24/7 emergency response with same‑day service, provision of Medco Security Keys (MX key blanks), installation, repair, maintenance of commercial lock hardware, master‑key system design, key production, and preventative maintenance programs. Vendors must have at least five years’ locksmith experience, maintain all relevant licenses and insurance, and staff uniformed, badge‑identified technicians. The agreement is for up to five years with the possibility of four one‑year extensions, and the anticipated award is the week of Nov 30 2026. The total estimated contract value is $200,000.
• Mandatory pre‑bid conference Oct 7 2026 (must confirm attendance by Oct 1)
• Questions due Oct 21 2026; answers posted Oct 28 2026
• Proposal due Nov 4 2026 10:00 AM CT (electronic submission)
• 24/7 emergency service with same‑day response; regular‑hour response within 2 hrs, after‑hours within 4 hrs
• Provide Medco Security Keys (MX key blanks) for agency locations
• Design/maintain master‑key system, preventive maintenance, and security procedures
• Minimum 5 years locksmith experience; uniformed staff with ID badges
• Required insurance: $1M per occurrence general liability, $2M aggregate, workers’ comp, auto liability, etc.
• Contract term: 5 years, renewable up to 4 additional 1‑year periods.