What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Department of Social Services is seeking proposals for security officer services. This includes providing armed security guards at specified locations. Proposals will be evaluated based on experience, cost, project organization, procedures, and references. The award will be made using the best overall value method. Vendors must comply with all federal contract requirements, including drug-free workplace and mandatory disclosures. Insurance and licenses are also required.
Scope of work
- Provide armed security services at two county-owned facilities
- Provide 3 armed security guards at first location, potentially increasing to 5
- Provide 1 armed security guard at second location
- 40 hours of work per guard weekly with overtime availability
- Provide at least 1 security wand at each location
- Provide 1 security vehicle (standard sedan or compact SUV) for Ramsey St location
- Respond to emergencies and provide customer service
- Provide security services during disaster relief efforts
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Experience and Qualifications | 30 points |
| Cost of Services | 25 points |
| Project Organization (Management Plan) | 20 points |
| Procedures/Reporting | 10 points |
| References | 15 points |
Minimum qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years experience providing armed and unarmed security officer services
- Licensed to perform armed and unarmed security officer services in North Carolina
- Comply with E-Verify requirements
- Contractor shall perform at least 50% of work
Documents to include with your response
- Attachment B: Execution of Proposal
- Attachment C: Proposal Cost
- Attachment D: Certification of Financial Condition
- Attachment E: Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Attachment F: Noncollusion Affidavit
- Attachment G: Certification Regarding Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA)
- Copy of North Carolina security license
- Resumes for guards, supervisor, and management personnel
- At least three (3) references
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed package and electronic copy on flash drive
- Instructions
- Mark package with vendor name, RFP number, and due date. Electronic copy on unencrypted flash drive in .PDF or .XLS format.