Armed and Unarmed Emergency Security Guard- Region 1

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are soliciting bids for Armed and Unarmed Emergency Security Guard Services in Region 01, specifically for a facility located at 6302 Iola Avenue in Lubbock, Texas. The Invitation for Bids (IFB No. HHS0016270) seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive security services with specific qualifications and performance requirements. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience, with security guards requiring a minimum of one year for unarmed positions and two years for armed positions. The procurement includes detailed pricing requirements for various security scenarios, including emergency/disaster response rates for armed and unarmed guards, off-duty police officers, and weekend/holiday rates. Evaluation will be based on the lowest price per line item, with the contract award determined by the best value to the State of Texas. Key submission requirements include a Class B license from the Texas Department of Public Safety, comprehensive documentation such as pricing sheets, references, and experience qualifications. The solicitation was posted on 07/14/2025, with questions due by 07/17/2025, and bid responses required by 08/06/2025 at 10:30 AM, with an anticipated contract start date of 09/01/2025 and an initial contract term through 08/31/2026.

The contract does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must comply with extensive background check requirements, including annual checks through the DFPS Automated Background Check System, which involves Texas name-based criminal history checks, DFPS checks for abuse/neglect/exploitation, and FBI fingerprint checks for employees who have lived outside Texas. The historical spend for similar services is approximately $300,000 for the period 09/01/2021 to 08/31/2025, though HHSC does not guarantee any specific volume or compensation. Successful bidders must meet comprehensive security and data protection requirements, including adherence to cybersecurity protocols, encryption standards, and compliance with various state and federal regulations. Contractors will be subject to strict information security measures, including annual security audits and mandatory cybersecurity training for personnel accessing specific systems. The contract requires vendors to maintain detailed information security plans and comply with regulations such as Texas Government Code, Texas Administrative Code, and federal standards like the FBI CJIS Security Policy.