Opportunity

Ames Ionwave #2027-035

City of Ames Solicits YubiKey 5 FIPS 140-3 Series Security Keys for IT Department

Posted

September 23, 2026

Respond By

October 02, 2026

Identifier

2027-035

NAICS

423430

The City of Ames Information Technology Department is seeking quotations for YubiKey 5 FIPS 140-3 Series security keys to enhance IT security. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames, Finance Department, Purchasing Division - Contact: Quinn Eggink, Procurement Specialist I - OEMs and Vendors: - Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM): Yubico (YubiKey) - No alternate products or manufacturers allowed - Products Requested: - 340 units of YubiKey 5 FIPS 140-3 Series (USB-A) - Part Number: 5060408466162 - 100 units of YubiKey 5 Nano FIPS 140-3 Series (USB-A) - Part Number: 5060408466247 - Unique Requirements: - Only YubiKey-branded FIPS 140-3 Series keys are accepted; no substitutes permitted - Vendors must provide lead time after receipt of order and warranty details for each item - Bids must remain valid for at least 60 days after closing - Local vendors may receive a 1% preference consideration

Description

The City of Ames is requesting quotations for YubiKeys (5 FIPS 140-3 Series) for the Information Technology Department. The solicitation requires submission of quotes by October 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Bidders must submit responses before the deadline, and no late responses will be reviewed. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and make awards in the best interest of the City. The procurement includes two items: YubiKey 5 FIPS 140-3 Series (USB-A) with a quantity of 340 units and YubiKey 5 Nano FIPS 140-3 Series (USB-A) with a quantity of 100 units.

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