Downey Planet bids #140961

City of Downey Solicits Professional Crossing Guard Services

The City of Downey is seeking qualified vendors to provide professional crossing guard services at approximately 17 locations throughout the city. - Government Buyer: - City of Downey, Finance - Purchasing department - Scope of Services: - Provision of trained crossing guard personnel at about 17 city intersections - Estimated total contract hours per year: 10,718 - All personnel must be fingerprinted, background checked, and properly trained in procedures, child safety, and responsibilities - Vendors must supply all uniforms and safety equipment (hand-held stop signs, whistles, DOT-approved reflective vests) - Personnel must be direct employees, at least 21 years old; substitutes must meet the same qualifications - Field supervisor and administrative contact required; all personnel subject to approval by the Public Safety and Community Services Manager - Service to be provided on a permanent and as-needed basis; number of guards may change with 30-day notice - Unique Requirements: - Minimum of 3 years experience providing similar services - Compliance with legal, insurance, and non-discrimination requirements - Proposals evaluated on qualifications, experience, past performance, employee procedures, training, references, and cost - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are mentioned; opportunity is open to all qualified service providers - Place of Performance: - City of Downey, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, CA 90241

Description

The City of Downey is soliciting proposals for professional crossing guard services to be provided at approximately seventeen locations within the city. The scope includes fingerprinting and background checks for all personnel, proper training, issuance of safety equipment, and provision of supervisors. The contract requires crossing guards to be direct employees, at least 21 years old, and capable of performing assigned duties. Proposals must be submitted electronically by June 3, 2026, and will be evaluated based on qualifications, experience, and cost among other criteria.

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