S26-115 PSO Support Request for Information.docx

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

Protective Services Officers for Frederick National Laboratory Cancer Research Facilities

This Request for Information (RFI) is for INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY and SHALL NOT be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation on the part of Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. (Leidos Biomed). All information received will be handled as Proprietary Information. Based on responses, a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) may be issued.

A. Background The Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research (FNLCR), a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), currently operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. (Leidos Biomed) for the National Cancer Institute (NCI), is seeking information regarding staffing and management of Protective Services Officers at FNLCR facilities, to include the Main Campus located on Fort Detrick, the Advanced Technology Research Facility (ATRF) and the Vaccine Clinical Materials Program (VCMP) .

B. Purpose and Intent of RFI This request for information is to determine the level of interest for the provision and management of Protective Services Officers (PSOs) at FNLCR facilities, to include the Main Campus located on Fort Detrick, the ATRF, the VCMP all located in Frederick, MD.

The FNLCR PSOs strive to ensure the provision of protection and security for the real estate, personnel, equipment, and materials within the NCI at Frederick without regard to occupancy, Contractor, or Government.

C. Project Details/Objectives All PSOs must be US citizens; foreign nationals are restricted from filling these positions.

Candidates must be able to hold and maintain both appropriate security clearances at a public trust level and HSDP-12 compliant credentials through the NIH.

PSOs and management will be unarmed.

Provide 24-hour/365 days coverage at each of the three FNLCR Facilities.

Leidos Biomed will provide the following:

· Cell phones, iPads, radios and/or other electronic devices, as required for this position.

· Training on relevant application systems (eg: building alarms, cameras, visitor management).

· Government vehicle for use on the Main Campus only.

The Contractor is responsible for:

· Provide PSOs and management roles to support the three FNLCR locations in Frederick, MD. Currently, Leidos Biomed employs approximately 35 PSO and management roles to support this scope.

· Training to include first aid and CPR

· Providing PSO appropriate attire.

· PSOs roles will include:

· Access Control and Visitor Management at the FNLCR Facilities

· Verify identification, issue visitor passes and maintain visitor logs.

· Enforce access restrictions to secure areas.

· Patrol Operations

· Conduct foot, vehicle for main Campus, and building patrols to detect and deter unauthorized activity.

· Monitor for safety hazards, suspicious behavior, and security breaches.

· Report and document any incidents or irregularities.

· Emergency Response

· Coordinate with the Leidos Biomed Facility Maintenance Team for equipment alarms and/or facility issues, such as water leaks.

· Coordinate with the NIH Police and/or Fire Department for safety concerns, fire incidents, etc.

· Enforce campus emergency procedures and participate in drills.

· Surveillance and Technology Monitoring

· Operate and monitor CCTV, intrusion detection, and access control systems.

· Report technical malfunctions promptly.

· Report and/or respond to alarms and verify if additional action is needed.

· Traffic and Parking Control

· Coordinate closure of parking areas in support of construction efforts.

· Support motor vehicle accident response and reporting.

· Incident Reporting and Documentation

· Prepare clear, accurate, and timely incident and daily activity reports.

· Notify supervisors and agency representatives of significant events immediately.

· Law Enforcement and Safety Support

· Support federal and local law enforcement officers in maintaining order and enforcing applicable laws and regulations.

· Participate in investigations, interviews, and evidence collection, upon request.

· Investigate reports of missing property, vehicle accidents, and other incidents reported to law enforcement.

· Customer Service and Public Interaction

· Provide professional courteous assistance and information to all Contractor and Government employees and visitors.

· Promote a culture of safety awareness and compliance with federal and facility security policies.

· Serve as the primary point of contact for security-related inquiries.

D. Assumptions

· The projected contract will be a one (1) year base contract with four (4) option years.

· The projected timeline for award is September 2026.

· Ability to learn the current visitor tracking system.

· Monthly invoicing

· 24-7/365 days Support Required

E. Information Requested Leidos Biomed requests information on the topic(s) shown below. This RFI is not limited to these questions, and any additional input is welcome, however, please respond to all 3 questions below.

1. Recent experience (during the last five years) and approach to staffing PSOs on a federal facility. Include:

a. Summary of work, specifically focusing on areas relevant to this RFI

b. Duration of the contract

c. Quantity and qualities of onsite staff

d. Customer feedback, if available

2. Sample pricing structure

a. Contract Type/Structure

b. Specific insurance requirements

F. Submittal Information Respondents must include the following information when responding to this RFI:

A thorough response to items identified in Section E. above.

Provide company name, physical address, point of contact name and e-mail address.

Specific questions about this RFI may be directed to Chad Hildebrand at chad.hildebrand@nih.gov and Cody Wenner at cody.wenner@nih.gov by 3:00 PM (ET) MONDAY 2/2/2026.

SUBMISSIONS MUST BE E-MAILED TO Chad Hildebrand, at chad.hildebrand@nih.gov and Cody Wenner at cody.wenner@nih.gov by 3:00 PM (ET) FRIDAY 2/20/2026.

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