KIPP DC School Security Equipment and Related Services Renewable Master Services Agreement

KIPP DCDistrict of Columbia, USADue Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Client: KIPP DC
Solicitation No.: —
Posted: 10/24/2026
Category: Computer Supplies, Accessories and other Equipments
Budget: Looking for Proposals
NAICS: —
Set-aside: —
Contact: —

Description

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KIPP DC is soliciting proposals for a renewable master services agreement from qualified vendors to provide school security equipment, supplies, and related offsite services across eight campuses in Washington, DC. The scope of work includes entry-point bag/X-ray inspection systems, magnetometers, weapons detection towers, AI-driven detection software, screening supplies, safety gear, two-way radios, installation, onsite operator training, and annual preventative maintenance. Only USA-based onshore organizations are eligible to bid. Bidders must submit questions to [email protected] by October 29, 2026. Bids must be uploaded as a single PDF or compressed Zip folder to the KIPP DC website by November 3, 2026. Proposals must use a discount-off-catalog pricing model with itemized costs and proof of catalog pricing, along with relevant experience, two to three references, proof of minority/woman-owned business status if applicable, and confirmation of ability to fulfill insurance requirements. KIPP DC will evaluate proposals based on pricing (30%), responsiveness and qualifications (30%), experience and quality (20%), and past performance and references (20%).

Key solicitation details

AI-extracted from FINAL_KIPP DC RFP_School Security Equipment and Related Services_261023.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.

KIPP DC is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for a renewable master services agreement to provide school security equipment, supplies, and related services on an as-needed basis across 8 campuses in Washington, DC. An immediate initial purchase requirement includes an X-Ray Inspection System for KIPP DC College Preparatory.

Issued by: KIPP DC
Legal Notice/Publication of RFP: October 23, 2026
Questions from Bidders Due: October 29, 2026
Proposal Due Date: November 3, 2026
Estimated Contract Start Date: December 2026
How to submit: Electronic via website portal
Submission details: Uploaded to www.kippdc.org/procurement as a single PDF or 1 compressed Zip file if multiple documents.
Contract term: Multi-year service agreement of at least 10 years or expected equipment lifespan for initial purchase; master services agreement term includes initial term and renewal periods.
Place of performance: KIPP DC campuses across Washington, DC
Insurance and bonding: Commercial General Liability: $1M per occurrence, $2M aggregate; Professional Liability: $1M per occurrence, $2M aggregate; Workers Compensation: as required by law; Employer Liability: $1M per accident. KIPP DC listed as additional insured with waiver of subrogation.

How proposals are evaluated

Pricing	30%
Experience and Quality	20%
Responsiveness and Qualifications to the Stated Requirements	30%
Past Performance and References	20%

Scope of work

Entry-point bag/X-ray inspection systems, magnetometers, weapons detection towers, and AI-driven detection software
Screening supplies, equipment accessories, safety gear, and communication equipment
Delivery, installation, warranty, calibration/testing, software updates/maintenance, parts, repairs and maintenance
AutoClear 5333DVS X-Ray Inspection System or equivalent with multi-year service agreement
Annual preventative maintenance plan
Onsite operator training, ongoing training, and annual refreshers

Minimum qualifications

Qualified vendors capable of providing school security equipment and related services
Ability to fulfill KIPP DC insurance requirements
Established catalog pricing structure

Documents to include with the bid

Statement of interest in the project
Description of relevant experience and 2-3 references
Account team structure overview
Proposed fees for equipment pricing based on Discount-Off-Catalog model, shipping terms, and installation and technical services
Comprehensive offering of available equipment, brands, supplies, and services
Proof of established catalog pricing (PDF/Excel price list or online catalog link/credentials)
Pricing for the AutoClear 5333DVS or equivalent with multi-year service agreement and preventative maintenance
Organization mission as it relates to equity
Status as a woman and minority owned business certificate (if applicable)
List of cooperative purchasing groups with active contracts (if applicable)

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