Opportunity
Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority Cintimha #2026-1821
CMHA Solicits Panic Alarm System Installation and Monitoring Services
Posted
April 09, 2026
Respond By
April 27, 2026
Identifier
2026-1821
NAICS
561621
The Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive Panic Alarm Monitoring services for its properties in Cincinnati, Ohio. - Scope of work includes: - Installation of panic alarm systems (including control panels, activation buttons, keypads, master control panels, and cellular backup modules) - Provision and management of wearable personal safety panic alarm devices with features such as GPS tracking, man-down detection, and optional two-way communication - 24/7 monitoring of all installed systems by trained personnel at a U.L. Listed monitoring location - Preventive maintenance, monthly and annual testing, and rapid repairs (within 2 hours for repairs up to $2,500) - System management platform, alert escalation, and user training - Services are to be delivered on an as-needed basis, with no guaranteed minimum volume - The contract may be awarded to multiple vendors and will not exceed a total value of $75,000 over a term of up to three years - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; contractors may propose any compliant solution - Notable requirements: - Robust insurance coverage (general, professional, auto, workers compensation, excess liability) - Adherence to economic inclusion goals (MBE, WBE, Section 3 business participation) - Compliance with Gold Performance Standards and federal/state regulations - Place of performance includes Stanley Rowe Towers and other CMHA properties in Cincinnati, Ohio
Description
The Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is soliciting quotes from qualified contractors to provide Panic Alarm Monitoring services. The solicitation is a Request for Quotations for Small Purchase and includes installation and monitoring of panic alarms on an as-needed basis. The contract may be awarded to multiple contractors and is governed by relevant Ohio and federal regulations. Economic inclusion goals encourage participation by minority-owned, women-owned, and Section 3 business concerns.