Security Guard Services for Utilities

Orange County, Florida is soliciting proposals for Security Guard Services for Utilities through RFP #Y25-113-KS, seeking qualified security service providers to protect eleven county utility sites. The comprehensive contract will span five years with potential two additional one-year renewals, requiring security personnel to staff water supply facilities, water reclamation facilities, administration centers, and warehouses. Proposers must provide both unarmed and armed security guards capable of operating 24/7 at various locations, with specific requirements for guard qualifications, training, uniforms, and performance standards. The solicitation mandates electronic submissions through the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform by July 8, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference scheduled for April 28, 2025, at the Orange County Utilities Administration Building. Evaluation criteria will likely include staff qualifications, firm experience, technical approach, and compliance documentation. Technical questions were due by May 2, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, with Kathy Saldutti serving as the primary contract agent for the procurement.

The procurement includes a minimum/WBE (Women-owned/Minority-owned Business Enterprise) participation goal of 24% of the contract value, with bonus points available for hiring dislocated workers and utilizing service-disabled veteran businesses. Proposers can submit pricing for different security guard levels and vehicle requirements, with the contract allowing for annual price escalations based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U), capped at a maximum 4% increase. The solicitation includes a detailed Liquidated Damages exhibit outlining specific performance standard violations and corresponding financial penalties, such as $250-$750 fees for unstaffed posts and $250 penalties for documentation or training non-compliance. While no incumbent vendor is specifically mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the RFP suggests a robust procurement process designed to ensure comprehensive security coverage for Orange County's critical utility infrastructure. The contract appears to have significant potential value, though exact budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation.