Armed Security Services

The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW) is procuring Armed Security Services for four of its locations in Columbia, South Carolina, including the Robert E. David Building, Midlands SC Works Center Building, C. Lem Harper Building, and the SCDEW Warehouse. The solicitation seeks one on-site uniformed armed supervisory officer, one on-site uniformed armed officer, and one on-site armed roving officer to provide security services. The service period is from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2029, with one-year renewal options. Offers are due by August 29, 2024, and the award will be posted on September 5, 2024. Pricing is based on hourly rates for the required security officer positions, with an emergency hourly rate applicable if SCDEW fails to provide 72 hours' notice of increased service requirements.

The solicitation does not indicate any set-asides or preferences, but the contractor must have the required security officer certifications and licensing, as well as relevant experience and past performance providing similar services. The estimated value of the contract is not provided, and there is no information on incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure that requires integration.