School Crossing Guard Services

The City of Sarasota is requesting bids on school crossing guard services at eighteen designated intersections within the city under ITB #26-32MC, with bids due June 30, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.

The contractor must provide trained, certified, supervised crossing guards and one field supervisor for the full school year aligned with the Sarasota County School Board calendar. Morning shifts run 7:15–8:15 a.m. or 7:30–8:30 a.m., and afternoon shifts run 2:45–3:45 p.m., depending on school location. All crossing guards must be contractor employees. The contractor is responsible for staffing, scheduling, replacement personnel, training, certification, payroll, equipment, uniforms, criminal background checks, sex offender registry checks, drug screening, and reference checks on all personnel. All equipment and uniforms must comply with Florida Department of Transportation guidelines and the Florida School Crossing Guard Training Guidelines.

The contractor must maintain Workers' Compensation and General Liability insurance and commence services on the first day of the Fall 2026 school year. The initial contract term is three years with options for two additional one-year renewal periods at the City's sole discretion. The City will award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder capable of maintaining required training and certification and ensuring full staffing coverage.

Questions are due June 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. No specific contract value is stated. Responses must be submitted electronically through the City's online procurement portal, and the contract is contingent upon appropriation of sufficient funds by the City.