SAM #06191982

DFAS Market Research for Morse Watchman KeyWatcher Touch Key Cabinet

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is conducting market research for a secure key management solution for its facilities. - Government Buyer: - Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), Contract Services Directorate - OEM Highlight: - Morse Watchman Inc. is the required manufacturer for the KeyWatcher Touch Key Cabinet - Products/Services Requested: - 120-key KeyWatcher Touch Cabinet and accessories - System must integrate natively with Lenel OnGuard access control - Must support authentication via Government Common Access Card (CAC) - Compatibility with PC/SC certified smart card readers is required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with NIST SP 800-53, 800-63-4, and CNSSI 4009-2015 security standards - Only authorized Morse Watchman resellers will be considered - No specific part numbers or quantities provided; this is a market research request - Place of Performance: - Columbus, Ohio (DFAS federal office) - Purpose: - Enhance security and key management for government facilities

Description

Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), Contract Services Directorate, is conducting market research to identify qualified and experienced sources for a KeyWatcher Touch Key Cabinet manufactured by Morse Watchman Inc. This requirement is critical for the security of government facilities. The system must provide seamless integration with the existing Lenel OnGuard access control system and support authentication via the Government Common Access Card (CAC).

The ideal provider must be an authorized reseller for Morse Watchman products. The KeyWatcher Touch Key Cabinet must be meet the following minimum requirements:

Hardware - Morse Watchman 120-Key KeyWatcher Touch Cabinet & Accessories

System Integration - Certified for native integration with Lenel OnGuard® Access Control

Regulatory Compliance - Aligns with NIST SP 800-53, 800-63-4, and CNSSI 4009-2015

Identity Management - Fully compatible with PC/SC certified smart card readers (CAC.mil)

Qualified sources are invited to respond via email to Gerald Whitsett at gerald.l.whitsett.civ@mail.mil by May 19, 2026, at 11am ET. Submissions must include the following:

Company Name and Business Address Primary Point of Contact (Name, Title, Email, Phone) CAGE Code and DUNS (UEI) Number Small Business Status

DISCLAIMER: This request for information (RFI) is for market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation or a commitment by the Government to purchase services or hardware. Information received from this notice will not be disclosed outside the government.

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