KSSD/KSSB Campus Security Services

The Kansas School for the Deaf and Blind (KSSD/KSSB) is seeking competitive proposals for comprehensive campus security services through a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Kansas Department of Administration. The procurement targets unarmed security personnel to provide 24-hour coverage across two residential school campuses serving K-12 students with special needs, located in Olathe, Kansas. Required services include traditional security uniforms, access control, visitor management, surveillance monitoring, campus patrols, emergency response, and coordination with school personnel and local law enforcement. A unique and critical requirement is that security personnel assigned to the KSSD campus must acquire American Sign Language (ASL) communication proficiency within three years of initial assignment, with an additional $2.50 per hour incentive rate for achieving this skill. The contract period will run from the date of execution through November 30, 2028, with an option to renew for an additional 24-month period. Proposals are due by September 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with vendor evaluation based on qualifications, experience with similar institutions, ability to perform background checks, and compliance with state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

The procurement includes several set-aside and preference considerations, including provisions for disabled veteran-owned businesses and specific requirements related to anti-human trafficking policies. Vendors must submit a current Tax Clearance Certificate and comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. The RFP includes a detailed cost sheet with three distinct hourly rates: a base rate for unarmed security guards, an enhanced ASL rate for guards at the Kansas School for the Deaf, and a special event rate. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the multi-year contract and specialized requirements suggest a substantial procurement opportunity. Bidders must complete multiple compliance forms, including documentation related to boycotts, sexual harassment, and immigration reform. The procurement will be conducted through the State of Kansas SMART Strategic Sourcing System, with vendors required to obtain an official invitation from the Procurement Officer at least 24 hours before the event's closing date. Procurement and Contracts reserves the right to accept or reject any bid responses and to waive informalities in the bidding process.