Park Security Services

The City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department is soliciting proposals for unarmed park security services for 2027 in Bloomington, Indiana. The selected vendor must provide vehicles, communication methods, regular patrol check-ins, licensed security personnel who maintain professional conduct, and lock restroom facilities during evening patrols. Additionally, vendors must notify the department of any missed shifts, contact local police for law enforcement assistance, and comply with the City’s Living Wage Ordinance and contract compliance requirements. Eligible bidders include onshore USA organizations with valid, up-to-date employee licenses. Vendors must attend a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on October 21, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM, and submit all questions via the OpenGov eProcurement Portal by noon Eastern Time on October 23, 2026. Electronic proposals must be submitted through OpenGov by 1:00 PM EDT on November 13, 2026. The Board of Park Commissioners will evaluate proposals based on overall cost, experience, and the ability to meet security needs, with the contract award scheduled for December 10, 2026.