Region 6 Armed Security Guards

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Armed Security Guard services in Region 6, which encompasses Houston and surrounding counties including Brazoria, Austin, Colorado, Ft Bend, Galveston, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Walker, and Wharton. The procurement seeks a single contractor to provide armed security officers for 27 locations across the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The primary objective is to protect state employees, agency clients, facilities, equipment, and supplies, with staffing requirements ranging from one to four guards per site. Security guards must be licensed to carry firearms, possess a minimum of two years of experience, and complete specialized training in de-escalation and physical restraint techniques. The evaluation will be conducted using a best value determination methodology, with scoring criteria including qualifications and experience (30%), project work plan (20%), personnel management methodology (20%), and cost (30%). The solicitation was released on July 29, 2025, with proposals due by August 29, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. Central Time, and an anticipated contract start date of September 1, 2026.

The RFP requires respondents to submit a HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) Subcontracting Plan, indicating a potential preference for or encouragement of minority and small business participation. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation including financial statements and professional references. The initial contract term is three years, with potential extensions up to two additional years. The estimated historical compensation is approximately $10,000,000 per State Fiscal Year, suggesting a significant budget allocation for these security services. While specific incumbent vendors are not mentioned in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the RFP suggests a robust procurement process designed to secure a qualified and experienced security service provider. The multi-location scope and detailed requirements indicate that this contract represents a critical security infrastructure project for the Texas Health and Human Services agencies, with a focus on comprehensive protection and professional service delivery across the Region 6 area.