Transit Center Security Services

The City of Murfreesboro, located in Rutherford County, Tennessee, is seeking sealed bids for Transit Center Security Services through Invitation to Bid (ITB-21-2025). The procurement is for comprehensive security services at the city's transit center located at 324 New Salem Highway, requiring unarmed security guards who will patrol the facility, deter disturbances, report suspicious activities, respond to emergencies, and monitor parking areas. Contractors must have at least five years of experience in security services and provide guards who meet specific qualifications, including passing background checks and drug testing. The initial contract term is one year, with potential for four additional one-year renewals, not to exceed a total of five years. Security services will be provided Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding Sundays and city-observed holidays. Bids are due electronically by February 4, 2025, at 2:00 pm Central Time, with a public bid opening to be conducted via Zoom.

The procurement includes federal requirements outlined in the attached Exhibit A, which emphasizes Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation and compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations. Contractors must adhere to comprehensive federal and state required clauses covering civil rights, non-discrimination, equal employment opportunity, and procurement standards. Guards must undergo 40 hours of initial training and 8 hours of annual in-service training, with specific physical and professional qualifications. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the bid form allows for flexible hourly rate submissions and potential unit pricing for additional hours. The city is not subject to sales tax, which may provide a cost advantage to the winning bidder. Contractors must demonstrate compliance with extensive regulatory requirements, including provisions for employee protections, record-keeping, and reporting, with flow-down requirements extending to all subcontractors at every tier of the contract.