Armed Security Guard Services

The government authority in Knoxville, TN requires a vendor to provide armed security guard services for a one-year contract period. The requested scope includes operating a package x-ray machine at the checkpoint, carrying a mobile phone at all times during duty hours, and wearing a firm-issued uniform that clearly identifies the security company. Guards must never attempt to apprehend, detain, or arrest any suspected law violators. The firm must provide advance coverage for holidays, weekends, or outside hours, and supply a pre-approved, equally qualified backup guard within one hour if the primary guard is late, absent, or leaves before 1:00 p.m. Eligible vendors must be onshore within the USA, and the work requires onsite performance. Bidders can submit responses digitally via email or online, and the buyer is looking for proposals regarding the budget. Vendors must submit all questions no later than September 04, 2026. The text does not detail any specific evaluation criteria.