284-20250528122611 Lauderdale

Lauderdale County, Mississippi is seeking proposals for RFP NO. LC040-2025 for Armed Security Guards Services at two distinct locations: the Lauderdale County Government Complex and the Department of Human Services (DHS) & CPS Building. The procurement requires three armed security guards for the Government Complex and one armed security guard for the DHS & CPS Building, with services to be provided Monday through Friday during business hours and potential coverage for special events. Vendor qualifications include a minimum of five years of experience providing armed security guard services, comprehensive background investigations, annual criminal background checks, firearms proficiency, and CPR/First Aid certification. Vendors must provide uniformed armed security officers, duty gear, and photo identification. The proposal is structured as a three-year contract with potential renewal options. Sealed proposals are due on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., with a public opening at 10:00 a.m., and no late responses will be accepted. The evaluation criteria will focus on qualifications, pricing, and other relevant considerations for providing armed security guard services.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must carry commercial general liability coverage of $500,000 and personal injury and property damage liability of $3,000,000 per occurrence. The RFP allows bidders to submit pricing for one or both location options, with separate pricing forms for regular and overtime rates, and an optional third pricing form for special events or short-notice security needs. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the county reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive informalities. Proposal specifications can be obtained from the Office of the Purchase Clerk located at 2600 Courthouse Blvd, 2nd Floor, in Meridian, Mississippi, and are also available on the Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors website and Central Bidding platform. The county intends to negotiate and enter into a contract pursuant to Section 31-7-13 of the Mississippi Code, with the specific contract value to be determined through the proposal evaluation process.