2027 01_Aug_26_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) solicitation document issued by Central Connecticut State University's Purchasing Department for uniformed, unarmed security guard services. The solicitation seeks vendors to provide event-based security services for campus functions including student dances, concerts, athletic games, guest receptions, and graduate commencements, with anticipated event attendance ranging from 500 to 5,000 people. Services will be performed at CCSU's New Britain campus during evening, night, and weekend hours on an as-needed basis. The solicitation period runs from July 31, 2026 through August 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT, with the contract term extending from execution through August 30, 2028, and including three optional one-year renewal periods contingent on contractor consent. No formal bidders' conference or site visit is indicated in the documentation.

Respondents must submit separate hourly rates for security guards and supervisors, with distinct pricing for holiday service on New Year's Day, Independence July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day, on an FOB Destination basis with no overtime charges permitted. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all required Connecticut licenses and permits under Connecticut Public Act 08-73 at their own expense and must conduct comprehensive background checks on all assigned personnel, including criminal history and sex offender registry verification, with results provided to CCSU at least two weeks prior to work assignments. Insurance must be provided immediately upon selection. CCSU reserves the right to award contracts to multiple vendors and reject bids in whole or in part. Payment is made by invoice following each event with ACH direct-deposit options available. No estimated contract value is stated. Contact for inquiries is Charles Zsebik, Purchasing Manager, at 860-832-0041 or charles.zsebik@ccsu.edu.