Armed and Unarmed Security Services

The City of Riviera Beach, located in Palm Beach County, Florida, is seeking proposals for Armed and Unarmed Security Services through Solicitation Number 1173-RFP-25-3. The procurement targets qualified and licensed security guard firms to provide comprehensive security services for various city-owned facilities, including City Hall, Public Library, Public Works & Administration, Utility Special District, and Marina Event Center. The contract requires security personnel to be at least 21 years old, possess appropriate Florida state licenses, have a high school diploma or GED, and complete mandatory training. Security services will include both daily shift coverage and event-based security, with requirements for armed and unarmed guards across different locations and times. A mandatory pre-proposal conference and site inspection are scheduled for July 7, 2025, at 1481 West 15th Street, with electronic proposals due via BidNet by July 28, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. Proposers will be evaluated on company experience, key personnel qualifications, project understanding, implementation approach, and price, with a total possible score of 100 points. The initial contract period is one year, with four potential one-year renewal options at the City's discretion.

The procurement includes several set-aside and preference provisions designed to support local and small businesses. A local vendor preference program offers a 5-point boost in evaluation scoring for businesses meeting specific local business criteria, such as having a current city business tax receipt and a physical business location within city limits. Additionally, the City has established a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal of 15% for this procurement, requiring detailed documentation through SBE Subcontractor/Supplier Participation Schedules. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability, Business Automobile Liability, and Workers' Compensation. While specific contract value details are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the security services across multiple city facilities suggests a substantial contract opportunity. The procurement documents indicate that pricing will be competitively evaluated, with proposers required to complete a detailed Price Proposal Sheet that outlines hourly rates and total costs for different security coverage scenarios.