Armed Security Guard Svc-DCFS-Allen

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) located in Allen Parish. The solicitation (RFx Number 3000025137) seeks a service contract for security services at 213 A North 1st Street, Oberlin, LA, with an initial contract period from the award date through June 30, 2026. The contract requires one uniformed armed security guard stationed on-site Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding state holidays, for a total of 2,080 hours. Qualified bidders must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners with at least three years of satisfactory security guard service experience. Armed guards must be 21 years or older and carry specific authorized weapons, with comprehensive pre-employment screening including criminal background checks and drug testing. The bid will be publicly opened on 08/26/2025 at 10:00 AM CST, with award made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specifications. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov system and submit all required bid documents through the online vendor portal.

The procurement does not explicitly list specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability with specified minimum limits. The state reserves the option to renew the contract for two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed a total of 36 months. Contractors will be required to maintain a blanket fidelity bond coverage of at least $100,000 to protect against employee dishonesty. Payment will be processed electronically through LaCarte procurement card (for purchases under $5,000) or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), with payment made within 30 days after receipt of a properly executed invoice. The solicitation includes various federal and state compliance requirements, such as anti-discrimination provisions, accessibility standards, and certifications related to boycotts and firearm industries. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract is for 2,080 hours of security guard services, which would likely determine the overall contract value.