Mand. Site*Unarmed Guard Services-ELMHS

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement is seeking an unarmed security guard services contract for the Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System (ELMHS), specifically for a state-owned facility located at 224 Gremillion Circle in Iota, Louisiana. The procurement involves providing one unarmed security guard at all times for a vacant facility that will serve as an evacuation shelter, comprising 23 buildings across approximately 100 acres. Security personnel must be at least 18 years old, licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners, and possess a minimum of three years of full-time security or law enforcement experience. The initial contract period is 12 months, beginning July 1, 2025, with potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed 36 months total. A mandatory site visit is required for bidders, which must be coordinated with Jonathan Holley, and failure to complete this visit will result in bid disqualification. The bid opening is scheduled for June 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with award determined by the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specifications. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov system and complete all bid documentation, including a W-9 form.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability, with specific minimum coverage amounts. A blanket fidelity bond coverage of at least $100,000 per occurrence is required, with all insurance costs to be included in bid pricing. The state intends to utilize the LaCarte procurement card for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for other payments. While no specific budget range is detailed, the contract includes provisions for monthly payments based on documented hours worked, with potential financial deductions for unsatisfactory performance. The contractor will be responsible for all personnel, equipment, and training costs, with no additional expenses to the State of Louisiana. The agency reserves the right to dismiss security personnel deemed unsuitable and can terminate the contract with ten days' notice if business operations are interrupted.