Armed Security Guard Services

The state of Arkansas, through the Arkansas Department of Transformation and Shared Services Office of State Procurement (TSS OSP) on behalf of Arkansas Rehabilitation Services (ARS), is seeking bids for armed security guard services for the former Army-Navy Hospital property located in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) requests a minimum of five (5) qualified and trained armed security guards to provide 24/7 coverage, including holidays, at the specified location. The initial contract term is for one (1) year with the possibility of six (6) additional one-year renewals. Detailed requirements for the armed security guards, including qualifications, staffing, equipment, training, and performance standards, are provided in the IFB. Prospective contractors must submit pricing on a monthly bill rate basis, with the hourly rate of pay for each armed security guard staff included. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for April 6, 2022, and bids are due by April 8, 2022. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-bidding, responsible contractor on an all or none basis, subject to background checks, drug testing, and proof of insurance prior to contract award.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent contractor, if any, is not provided. The budget range or potential award value for this contract opportunity is also not disclosed in the available documents. The contract opportunity is for the state of Arkansas and the Franklin County jurisdiction.