Armed Security Guard Services - DCFS

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Armed Security Guard Services for the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Lafayette Region. The solicitation seeks a service contract for one uniformed, armed security officer to be stationed at 116 SW Railroad Street in Ville Platte, Louisiana, providing services Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The contract encompasses two primary service lines: standard guard services of approximately 42.50 hours per week (2,088 hours) and overtime hours over 40 hours per week (122 hours). Qualified security guards must be at least 21 years old, possess a valid registration card from the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners, and have a minimum of one year of security experience. The bid establishes a minimum guard wage of $12.00 per hour and requires the contractor to provide two complete seasonal uniforms. The initial contract period will be one year, beginning July 1, 2025, or the date of award, with potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods (total contract time not to exceed 36 months). The bid opening is scheduled for May 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with both electronic and physical submission options available, and the state intends to award the contract on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specifications.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov system and comply with various state and federal requirements, including civil rights laws, ADA accessibility standards, and anti-discrimination provisions. The contractor will be required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation (minimum $1,000,000), Commercial General Liability (minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence), and Automobile Liability (minimum $1,000,000 combined single limit). Additionally, the contractor must provide a blanket fidelity bond coverage of at least $100,000 per occurrence. Payment will be processed electronically, with the state planning to use the LaCarte procurement card for purchases of $5,000 and under, and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for other payments. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract includes provisions for performance evaluations, with potential financial deductions for unsatisfactory service and the possibility of contract termination for repeated performance issues. The security officer's responsibilities will include controlling visitors, monitoring the parking lot, conducting building inspections, and responding to emergencies.