City Council 2 17 26 Agenda Item N 1 Downtown Security Contract

The City of Oxnard City Council reviewed and recommended approval of a five-year contract with Cityguard Incorporated to provide security guard services across multiple city locations including the Downtown Management District, Oxnard Public Library, Oxnard Service Center, and the downtown parking structure. The contract, valued at an annual cost not to exceed $515,000 and a total of $2,575,000 over five years, was awarded based on a competitive evaluation considering cost, vendor qualifications, experience, and past performance. The security services aim to enhance public safety through high-visibility patrols, incident reporting, and collaboration with local law enforcement, with specific coverage hours tailored to each location's needs. The agreement also includes provisions for supervision, reporting, and cooperative protocols with the Oxnard Police Department.