Security Integrators, Services and Product Providers (Pre-Qualification)

NC State Security Applications and Technologies Department (hereafter referred to as university or “SAT”) seeks proposals from qualified security system integrators, security product and service providers (hereafter referred to as supplier or contractor) to supply integration, maintenance, programming and monitoring services, systems and inventories, and services.

This is a pre-qualification process only. Pre-qualification does not constitute a contract for specific services or a guarantee of any minimum or maximum amount of work. The University maintains the right to perform work in-house or solicit services from outside the pre-qualified pool if it is determined to be in the University's best interest.

Class A - Integrators

Pre-qualified Class A Integrators must attend project walk-throughs as requested by the University. Quotes received from suppliers not attending required walk-throughs will not be considered for award.

Class B - Security Product/Service Providers

Pre-qualified Class B Security Product/Service Providers will be provided a list of materials or services for quotation as required.

Performance and Safety

All work shall be performed in a safe, secure, and professional manner and must meet or exceed applicable industry best practices, written standards and all requirements deemed acceptable by University representatives. All work shall comply with all applicable federal, State of North Carolina, and local laws, regulations, codes, rules, and ordinances.

• System Integrity: Suppliers must maintain the integrity of SAT’s security network. No unauthorized access or "backdoors" into security software are permitted. Any downtime must be pre-approved by the SAT Project Coordinator.
• Protection of Property: Contractors shall take all necessary precautions to prevent damage to adjacent areas and University property.
• Coordination: Projects involving fire alarm bypass needs, hot work, the use of noisy equipment, and high odorous or toxic materials must be discussed and coordinated with the SAT Project Coordinator in advance.
• Materials and Installation: All material shall be installed in strict accordance with manufacturer’s written recommendations and specifications. The integrity of all warranties shall be maintained.

Work Hours

All work shall be performed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise noted on a particular project or approved by the University Project Coordinator.

Cleanup

The supplier shall prompt and proper removal and disposal of all trash, debris, materials, supplies, equipment, and tools from the job site on a daily basis.

Proposals must be submitted electronically at: https://ncsu.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/236127

Proposals will be accepted until **2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 12, 2026**.

All proposals will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis using a two-stage review process. A proposal must receive a PASS rating on all criteria in Stage 1 to advance to Stage 2. Receiving a FAIL rating on any single criterion in either stage will result in immediate disqualification.

The term of any resulting agreement shall be for a period of one (1) year from date of award. At the University’s option, and under the same terms and conditions, the contract may be extended for four (4) additional one (1) year periods, not to exceed a total contract period of five (5) years.

A current *Certificate of Insurance* (COI) demonstrating Contractor Liability Limits, Worker’s Compensation, and Vehicle Liability Insurance, in an amount equal to or exceeding university requirements shall be included in the proposal response.