Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000026135

Armed Security Guard Services for LDH Disability Determinations Shreveport

This opportunity seeks armed security guard services for the Louisiana Department of Health Disability Determinations Services (LDH-DDS) office in Shreveport, Louisiana. - Government Buyer: - State of Louisiana, Office of State Procurement, for the Louisiana Department of Health Disability Determinations Services (LDH-DDS) - Services Requested: - Armed security guard services for LDH-DDS Shreveport office - Coverage required Monday-Friday, 5:45am-5:45pm, with possible extended hours including some Saturdays (6:00am-3:00pm) - Minimum of one armed, uniformed guard on duty at all times during required hours - Guards must be paid at least $18.00 per hour - Contractor must provide all personnel, uniforms, equipment, and maintain required insurance and fidelity bond - Quantities: - 910 hours (July 1, 2026 - September 30, 2026) - 2,502 hours (October 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Guards must pass a Tier 2 HSPD-12 Federal background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing - Guards must obtain a Federal Personal Identification Verification (PIV) credential before duty - Contractor must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners and provide proof of current licensure - Contractor responsible for maintaining professional standards, visitor escort, monitoring, and log maintenance - Payment is monthly based on verified hours worked - Contract awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are referenced, as this is a service-based procurement.

Description

This solicitation is for armed security guard services at the Louisiana Department of Health Disability Determinations Services office in Shreveport. The contract period begins July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with an option to renew for two additional 12-month periods. The service requires a minimum of one armed guard on duty during normal and occasional extended hours, with guards paid a minimum of $18.00 per hour. Bidders must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners and comply with specified terms and conditions.

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