IFB 10209669 Unarmed Security Contract

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #10209669 for unarmed security guard services at the Delta Field Division, covering multiple facilities across Alameda, Contra Costa, Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Santa Clara, and Solano counties. The procurement seeks one Site Guard Supervisor (SGS) and eleven Security Guard 1s to provide comprehensive security coverage across different shifts, with contract performance anticipated to begin November 1, 2025, and lasting one year. Required duties include facility monitoring, access control, patrol, incident reporting, and maintaining security systems at critical infrastructure sites such as the Delta O&M Center, Banks Pumping Plant, Skinner Fish Facility, and Clifton Court Forebay. Bidders must possess valid California security guard licenses, driver's licenses, and meet specific professional conduct standards. The bid requires strict compliance with performance evaluation mechanisms, including monthly Security Performance Surveys and quarterly performance reviews, with potential contract termination for inadequate performance. The submission deadline is June 16, 2025, with bidders required to submit comprehensive documentation including certifications, references, and detailed operational plans.

The procurement includes a mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) program participation requirement, with a minimum 3% DVBE participation goal. Bidders must submit specific forms demonstrating DVBE engagement and provide detailed documentation of their compliance with this requirement. While a precise contract value is not explicitly stated, the documentation indicates that the maximum contract value will be determined during the evaluation process, with pricing to be assessed across various shift types and locations. Potential bidders must demonstrate professional qualifications, including appropriate licensing, professional conduct standards, and the capability to provide comprehensive security services across multiple complex infrastructure sites. The contract appears to be open to qualified security service providers who can meet the stringent operational, licensing, and DVBE participation requirements outlined in the solicitation. The procurement process emphasizes comprehensive evaluation of bidders' technical capabilities, compliance documentation, and ability to deliver consistent, high-quality security services across critical water infrastructure facilities.