Unarmed Security Guard Services-NASPO

NASPO ValuePoint is conducting a statewide Request for Proposal (RFP) for Unarmed Security Guard Services across multiple jurisdictions in Washington state, including counties such as Franklin, Grant, Grays Harbor, Chelan, and Yakima, along with numerous cities and census-designated places. The procurement (RFP EVT0009938) seeks to establish Master Agreements with qualified bidders to provide comprehensive unarmed security guard services for participating states. The proposal requires vendors to demonstrate capability in delivering professional security services across diverse governmental settings, including state agencies, higher education institutions, and political subdivisions. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM Central Time on March 24, 2025, with interested parties required to submit through the Kansas supplier portal or NASPO ValuePoint website. Potential respondents must meet specific qualifications for providing security personnel, including background checks, training certifications, and demonstrated experience in governmental security operations. Key evaluation criteria will likely include service reliability, personnel qualifications, pricing structures, and geographic coverage capabilities.

The RFP appears open to multiple types of organizations, potentially including small businesses, veteran-owned enterprises, and minority-owned security service providers. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement suggests a competitive solicitation accessible to various security service providers. The RFP enables participation from state governments, higher education institutions, political subdivisions, and other eligible entities, subject to approval from chief procurement officials. Although specific award values are not disclosed, multi-state master agreements of this nature typically represent significant contract opportunities potentially ranging from hundreds of thousands to several million dollars. The procurement aims to leverage collective purchasing power to achieve more favorable pricing and standardized service levels across participating jurisdictions, with potential contract duration likely spanning multiple years.