RFI Building Security Assessment Qualifications

The State of Oregon, specifically the Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS), has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking qualifications for building security assessment services for their Labor & Industries (L&I) building located in downtown Salem. This RFI targets industry-standard qualifications and a comprehensive review of current security operational practices for a 107,258 square foot, 5-story facility. The scope of the assessment includes evaluating the existing key card access system, reviewing incident management protocols, examining the building's emergency employee handbook, and assessing the violence-free workplace policy. Respondents are required to thoroughly evaluate the building's security measures, with specific exclusions for satellite offices, underground parking, and public grounds. The RFI emphasizes that this is not a solicitation for bids or proposals, but rather a information-gathering exercise that may inform future solicitations or contracts. Key dates include a January 23, 2025 deadline for submitting questions and a January 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM PT deadline for response submissions. The building currently operates with public access on the first floor during business hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday) and utilizes a key card system throughout the facility.

The RFI does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. All costs associated with preparing and submitting responses will be the responsibility of the submitter. The document indicates that DCBS may use the collected responses to develop subsequent solicitations or contracts, suggesting potential future procurement opportunities. No specific budget range or award value is mentioned in the provided documentation. The current security infrastructure includes a key card access system and an existing Incident Management System Handbook, which will be part of the assessment scope. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly identified, the RFI suggests that the agency is seeking a comprehensive evaluation of their current security practices to potentially improve or redesign their security approach. Respondents will be expected to provide detailed qualifications and insights into best practices for building security assessments, with a focus on evaluating the effectiveness of the current security systems and operational protocols.