Opportunity
Illinois BidBuy #26-444DHS-PROCU-B-52431
Illinois DHS Solicits BEST 'E' Series Lock Cores, Keys, and Installation for Alton Mental Health Center
Posted
May 08, 2026
Respond By
May 22, 2026
Identifier
26-444DHS-PROCU-B-52431
NAICS
561622
This opportunity involves the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS), Mental Health division, seeking a new keying system for the Alton Mental Health Center: - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS), Mental Health division - Project location: Alton Mental Health Center - OEMs and Vendors: - BEST is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for all lock cores and keys - Procurement is a small business set aside - Products/Services Requested: - 1,950 BEST 'E' Series six-pin interchangeable lock cores, pre-configured into 23 key core groups - 2,200 BEST 'E' Series pre-cut keys, matched to the installed cores - 350 key rings (1-5/8" diameter) - Installation and coordination services, including labor, labeling, organization, and verification of restricted keyway registration - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All lock cores and keys must use a restricted and registered BEST 'E' series keyway, with documentation verifying registration to the facility - Contractor must coordinate installation with facility staff and ensure proper labeling and organization of all keys - Emphasis on security and control through restricted keyway system - Only small businesses are eligible to bid
Description
This solicitation is for the provision of labor and brand name materials to install a keying system at the Alton Mental Health Center. The scope includes supplying 1,950 BEST "E" Series six-pin interchangeable cores pre-configured into key core groups, 2,200 pre-cut keys matched to the cores, and 350 key rings. The contractor must coordinate installation with facility staff to ensure the keying system matches designated core groups and key control plans, using a restricted BEST "E" series keyway system. Documentation verifying the restricted keyway and proper labeling of keys prior to turnover is required. This procurement is set aside for small business vendors only.