The State of Louisiana's Office of State Procurement is seeking armed security guard services for the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) numbered 3000024949. The procurement specifically targets the DCFS/CSE location in Tallulah, Louisiana, requiring one uniformed, armed security officer stationed at 1614 Felicia Drive, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The security guard must maintain visitor control, monitor the parking lot, conduct building perimeter checks, and ensure overall facility safety. Qualified security personnel must be at least 21 years old, possess a minimum of one year security experience, and hold a valid license from the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners. The initial contract period will run from July 1, 2025, or the date of award, through June 30, 2026, with options to renew for two additional 12-month periods, not exceeding a total of 36 months. The bid is due on June 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with a total requested service volume of 2,210 hours and a mandatory minimum wage of $16.00 per hour for security guards. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements. The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov system to submit an online bid and will be required to provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability with specified minimum coverage amounts. The contractor must also provide a $100,000 blanket fidelity bond and comply with various state and federal regulations, including civil rights laws and ADA accessibility requirements. Payment will be processed electronically through LaCarte procurement cards (for purchases under $5,000) or Electronic Funds Transfer, with all orders to be paid using next fiscal year funds and contingent on legislative appropriation. While the exact contract value is not specified, the procurement involves 2,210 hours of service at a minimum rate of $16.00 per hour, suggesting a base annual contract value of approximately $35,360, potentially increasing with renewals. The state reserves the right to award the contract on an individual basis and to reject any or all line items, providing flexibility in the procurement process.
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Attachment B - Specifications - Pages 1-8.pdf | 188KB | 6/10/25 | ||
3000024949.pdf | 114KB | 6/10/25 | ||
Attachment A - Special Terms and Conditions - Pages 1-8.pdf | 197KB | 6/10/25 |