Invitation for Bid for Security Guard Services at Magoffin Home State Historic Site El Paso County, Texas

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for unarmed security guard services at the Magoffin Home State Historic Site located in El Paso County, Texas. The procurement seeks a licensed security company to provide 63 hours per week of comprehensive security services, including daily guarding, campus inspections, CCTV monitoring, regular patrols, radio communication, incident reporting, visitor assistance, special event security, and emergency response. Bidders must be licensed security companies in Texas with a minimum of three years of professional experience in providing unarmed guard services in El Paso. The solicitation requires potential vendors to submit detailed documentation including experience references, site visit forms, insurance proof, and various certifications. The bid is scheduled for release on April 30, 2025, with a mandatory site visit period from April 30 to May 16, 2025, and bid submissions due by May 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Contract award will be based on best value considerations, examining item pricing, compliance with specifications, vendor performance history, and potential economic impact. The initial contract term is set from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, with potential one-year extensions.

The procurement includes a robust Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting plan with targeted participation goals ranging from 11.2% to 32.9% across different contract categories. The HUB program aims to promote equal business opportunities for economically disadvantaged businesses contracting with the State of Texas. Contractors must provide detailed documentation of subcontracting intentions, including specific percentages of work to be subcontracted to HUB and non-HUB vendors, and submit monthly compliance reports. The Texas Historical Commission reserves the right to negotiate terms and potentially select multiple bidders to serve the project's needs. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the security services and the potential for multi-year extensions suggest a substantial procurement opportunity. Bidders must comply with extensive state regulations, including certifications related to child support, criminal convictions, disaster relief, critical infrastructure, and human trafficking. The solicitation emphasizes comprehensive documentation, compliance, and a commitment to diverse and equitable contracting practices.