RFP - Downtown Transit Center Security.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP VT25-003) issued by Valley Transit of Appleton, Wisconsin for security services at their Downtown Transit Center located at 100 E. Washington Street. The RFP seeks a contractor to provide uniformed security officers to patrol and monitor the transit center facility, which serves as the main hub for Valley Transit's fixed-route buses and intercity bus services. Proposals are due by 10:00 AM CST on February 21, 2025, with contract award estimated for April 4, 2025. The contract term is four years starting July 1, 2025, with three optional one-year extensions available. Security coverage is required Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, excluding major holidays.

The contract will be funded through City, County, State and Federal taxpayer dollars and must comply with all applicable FTA regulations and requirements. The selected contractor must provide all necessary equipment including uniforms, taser, handcuffs, baton, pepper spray and body camera system, while Valley Transit will provide two-way radio and cell phone. The contractor must conduct background checks and provide comprehensive training for all security officers. Key evaluation criteria include experience/professional competence, capacity/technical approach, proposal completeness, and price competitiveness. A Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal has not been established for this procurement, though DBE participation is encouraged. Pricing must be provided as an hourly rate for each contract year and extension period.