Notice of Intent– Brand Name Requirement for ELK Intrusion Detection Systems
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has issued a Notice of Intent to include ELK Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) as a brand name requirement in future construction solicitations for Fiscal Years 2026 through 2028. This applies to projects at Ft. McCoy and all Army Reserve facilities that report alarm signals to the Ft. McCoy monitoring station. This is not a solicitation, but a request for information to determine the availability of this type of service. Responses are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
USACE intends to specify the ELK IDS panel for alarm monitoring systems in future construction contracts. The ELK alarm panel is the current approved system capable of transmitting signals over the Army Reserve Network (ARNET) and meets USARC's cybersecurity requirements. The IDS system must be compatible with the existing monitoring station. The government will not directly purchase the equipment; rather, brand name specifications will be included in future construction solicitations.
Key ELK brand name components include:
- Panel Enclosure – ELK – TROVE2
- Security Panel – ELK – M1 GOLD (Includes Transformer)
- Keypad – ELK – M1KP
- Battery – ELK – ELK-1280
- 16 Input Zone Expander – M1XIN
- Telephone Line Surge Protector – 951
- 8 Zone Output Expander – M1XOVR
- RS-485 Data Bus Hub – M1DBHR
- Circuit Board – M1VO
- Ethernet Expander – M1XEP
- Serial Port Expander – M1XSP
- Speaker - ELK-1RT
- Siren Driver – ELK-44
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent)
- Duration: Fiscal Years 2026 through 2028
- Set-Aside: None specified (Brand Name Justification)
- Statutory Authority: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.103-1
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published: April 22, 2026
Response Requirements
This notice is for market research. All responsible sources may respond. Responses should be on company letterhead and include:
- Affirmation of active SAM registration and UEI number
- Applicable credentials, qualifications, and pricing data
- Point of contact, telephone number, and email address
- Business size and type (e.g., large, small, 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB, U.S./foreign owned)
Submission Details
Responses must be furnished electronically to charity.a.mansfield@usace.army.mil with W912QR-26-ELKIDS in the subject line.