Request for Proposals (RFP) for San Miguel County
Mountain Village Town Hall Access Control Update
Note : This RFP requires the review of Floorplans for access
control. Due to the sensitive nature of these documents, they will not
be available online and must be requested from Chris Broady,
Mountain Village project lead.
Request for proposal issued: 01/26/26
Responses due: 02/13/26
333 W. Colorado Avenue
P.O. Box 1170 Telluride, CO 81435
Request for Proposals
Mountain Village Town Hall Access
Control Update
Request for Proposal
The Town of Mountain Village (“Town”), through San Miguel County, Colorado (“County”) as
the fiscal agent, is seeking proposals from qualified professional firms or qualified individuals to
design and install a cloud-based access control system. The project aims to provide secure,
scalable access control for 11 access points, including exterior and interior doors with various
closure mechanisms at the Mountain Village Town Hall at 455 Mountain Village Blvd.,
Mountain Village, CO 81435.
The successful bidder must complete all work within the proposed time frame, with minimal
interruptions to daily operations, no later than June 30, 2026. Qualified firms or individuals are
invited to submit proposals by February 13, 2026, 5:00 PM Mountain Time
Background
The Town of Mountain Village is situated at 9,545 feet above sea level in the heart of the
breathtaking San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado. The Town of Mountain Village was
incorporated as a home-rule municipality in San Miguel County in 1995. Sitting on just 3.5
square miles of land, Mountain Village is small yet mighty with a diverse network of winter and
summer trails, housing for the local workforce and single-family homes with sprawling views
that extend to Utah. Mountain Village is home to roughly 1,400 year-round residents and to the
world-renowned Telluride Ski Resort. A bustling Village Center designed to emulate European
ski villages is the community’s gathering place and a state-of-the-art gondola transportation
system connects the Town of Mountain Village with the Town of Telluride. For more
information, please visit us online at townofmountainvillage.com
San Miguel County serves approximately 8,000 citizens and encompasses a diverse region
ranging from the rugged mountain resort communities of Telluride and Mountain Village to
the ranching communities of the County’s west end, Norwood and Egnar. The County is
approximately 1,288 square miles, stretching from the San Juan Mountains in the east to the
Utah border to the west. The incorporated towns in the County consist of Telluride (County
seat), Mountain Village, Ophir, Sawpit, and Norwood. Other communities include Placerville
and Egnar.
Pursuant to Federal Procurement rules and procurement policies for both the Town of Mountain
Village and San Miguel County, this project is being competitively bid.
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This project has completed required FEMA Environmental and Historical Preservation Review
processes. Pursuant to grant rules, any equipment paid for with FEMA grant funds must be
installed as approved by the EHP review process and as specified in RFP documents.
Scope of Work and Deliverables
This Scope of Work (SOW) outlines the installation of a Verkada cloud-based access control
system for the Town of Mountain Village Town Hall at 455 Mountain Village Blvd., Mountain
Village, CO 81435.
The proposed solution shall include hardware such as access controllers, door readers, locks, and
peripherals, integrated with cloud management via Verkada Command for remote monitoring,
user permissions, and real-time alerts. The project aims to provide secure, scalable access control
for 11 access points, including exterior and interior doors with various closure mechanisms.
Objectives
● Deploy a fully functional Verkada access control system to manage entry points securely.
● Ensure seamless integration with existing infrastructure, including network and door
hardware.
● Minimize downtime during installation and provide training for end-users.
● Achieve compliance with best practices for hardware staging, wiring, and cloud
configuration to avoid post-installation issues.
Scope of Work
The installation will follow recommended best practices, including preparation, hardware setup,
configuration, testing, and handover. Work will be performed by certified installers with
appropriate admin roles in Verkada Command.
Preparation and Planning
● Review site requirements: Confirm DHCP-enabled network, Cat5/Cat6 cabling, power
sources (AC, PoE, or PoE++), and firewall settings for cloud connectivity.
● Set up Verkada Command organization: Ensure the client has an active organization; add
devices using serial numbers; grant installer Org Admin and Access Site Admin roles.
● Design staging lab: Assemble test environment with tools like locks, badge readers,
Ethernet cables, multimeter, managed switch, and laptop to pre-test hardware and avoid
field delays.
● Procure hardware: Order controllers, cassettes for door management, readers, locks, DPI
(Door Position Indicator), REX (Request to Exit) devices, and backup batteries if needed.
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Hardware Installation
Mountain Village Town Hall Access
Control Update
● Mount controllers: Install units at designated locations, ensuring proper cable exits and
secure connections.
● Wire components: Connect door hardware (locks, readers, DPI, REX) to individual
cassettes on the controller. Use shielded wiring drained to earth ground; configure
wet/dry relays for locks; verify voltages (e.g., 12V AUX) and impedance.
● Power and network connection: Plug controllers into power and Ethernet; allow 30
minutes for firmware updates; confirm successful boot and connectivity.
● Handle peripherals: Configure AUX outputs for additional devices like exit buttons.
Configuration and Setup
● Add devices to Command: From the Devices page, add controllers to enable the Access
tab; create sites/subsites for organization.
● Configure doors and access: Set up doors in Command, assign access levels (schedules
for entry times), groups (for users with shared permissions), and credentials (badge-in,
Bluetooth, remote/web unlock).
● Licensing: Apply one license per controlled door; manage co-term licensing across the
organization.
● Set up alerts: Configure notifications (push, email, SMS) for events like door held open,
controller offline, or lockdowns.
Testing and Validation
● Physical tests: Verify locks unlock on badge scan, DPI detects door states, REX triggers
exits; test all badge formats; check LED indicators and network reachability.
● Software tests: Confirm client can view devices, generate support tokens, add
users/groups/levels; simulate user access.
● Integrated testing: Use controller's built-in interface to trigger locks, emulate inputs, and
scan cards without physical interception.
● Troubleshooting: Address any issues; remove installer access post-completion.
Training and Handover
● Provide end-user training: Educate on managing users, monitoring entry points, remote
unlocks, and alert configurations.
● Documentation: Deliver as-built diagrams, test results, wiring labels, and access
credentials.
Exclusions
● Site modifications (e.g., new cabling runs, electrical upgrades) unless specified.
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● Integration with non-Verkada systems (e.g., legacy access control or third-party
software).
● Ongoing maintenance or support beyond initial handover;
● Custom software development or advanced integrations (e.g., API connections).
Deliverables
● Installed and operational hardware: Fully wired controllers, readers, locks, and
peripherals for 11 access points, including exterior and interior doors with various closure
mechanisms.
● Configured cloud platform: Verkada Command setup with sites, doors, access levels,
groups, users, licenses, and alerts enabled.
● Testing documentation: Reports confirming successful hardware/software checks,
including badge compatibility, door states, and network connectivity.
● Training materials: User guides, quick-reference sheets, and session recordings for
managing the system.
● Handover package: Admin credentials, support token generation instructions, and contact
info for Verkada Support.
● Scalable system: Ready for future expansion without hardware limits, charged per door.
Proposed Timeline
Contractor to confirm in their response the necessary timelines in a similar format below.
● Week 1: Preparation and staging (1-2 days).
● Week 2: Hardware installation and wiring (2-3 days, depending on site size).
● Week 3: Configuration, testing, and training (1-2 days).
● Total: Approximately 2-4 weeks from kickoff, subject to site access and hardware
delivery.
Responsibilities
● Installer/Contractor: Perform all installation, configuration, testing, and training; ensure
compliance with Verkada guidelines.
● Client: Provide site access, network details, user lists, and approve configurations;
maintain ongoing licenses and subscriptions.
● Verkada: Supply hardware, cloud platform, and technical support during installation.
Assumptions
● Client has a compatible network and power infrastructure.
● All hardware provided arrives on time.
● No unforeseen site conditions (e.g., structural issues) delay work.
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