ID Card and Locking System Upgrade RFP

The University of Maryland is seeking a proposal for an ID Card and Locking System Upgrade. The proposed solution should include comprehensive card management software, card printing equipment, and physical ID cards. The scope of work encompasses the software platform for card lifecycle management, user database integration, reporting capabilities, high-quality card printers with encoding capabilities, and the production of durable, secure ID cards for students, faculty, and staff. The proposed solution must integrate with the University's existing identity management system and provide real-time dashboards for system status, credential statistics, and access activity logs. The University is looking for a technically acceptable, lowest-cost solution that addresses technical requirements, enhances the end-user experience, increases security, and eases administrative overhead. Some key features of the proposed solution include: * Dual magstripe/NFC cards * Non-proprietary and open technology standards * Mobile credentials compatible with Apple ID and Android * Card printing and production system with high-quality card production and encoding capabilities * Integration with existing campus systems, including Lenel access control systems * Training program for designated personnel * Technical support services for the full five-year contract term