Security Services

The State of Michigan is soliciting security services through a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) with a submission deadline of April 17, 2026. This comprehensive procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide security personnel, monitoring services, access control systems, and related protective services. The scope includes specific staffing requirements with defined patrol schedules, incident response protocols, and emergency procedures. Security personnel must meet established qualification standards, including appropriate uniforms, equipment, and required training certifications. The RFP establishes detailed specifications for guard qualifications, equipment standards, and compliance with Michigan's regulatory requirements for security service providers. Interested bidders were invited to attend a mandatory bidders' conference and site walkthrough, with attendance documented through a sign-in sheet to allow vendors to review project details, inspect facilities, and clarify requirements prior to proposal submission. Vendors must demonstrate understanding of transition requirements and performance standards, with pricing submissions required according to the fee structure specified in the RFP, including labor rates, equipment costs, and ancillary service charges.

The procurement may include set-asides and preferences for small businesses, disadvantaged businesses, or other protected classifications as mandated by Michigan state law. Successful vendors must provide comprehensive evidence of adequate insurance coverage, bonding sufficient to protect the state, and full compliance with all Michigan state licensing and regulatory standards applicable to security service providers. If an incumbent contractor currently performs these services, the selected vendor must be prepared to execute a seamless transition while maintaining established performance standards. Vendors should verify specific award values and budget allocations, as funding will be sourced from the government entity's operating budget or designated capital accounts. All proposals must be submitted by the April 17, 2026 deadline to be considered for award.