Kent State University At Kent Kentuniversity #2030

Kent State University seeks unarmed uniformed event security services for campus events

Kent State University is seeking proposals for unarmed uniformed event security services to support its athletics programs and other campus events at the Kent, Ohio main campus and additional university facilities. - Government Buyer: - Kent State University Procurement Department - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named; contractors must supply uniforms and radio communication equipment. - Products/Services Requested: - Unarmed uniformed event security services - Includes access control, patrols, ID and bag checks, wristband distribution, overnight security, and incident reporting - Contractor must provide trained, professional security personnel, uniforms, weather-appropriate clothing, and radios - Pricing proposals should cover rates for security officers, supervisors, and account managers, including overtime and holiday policies - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Security officers must be unarmed; weapons are strictly prohibited - Contractor responsible for hiring, training, and administration of personnel - Must provide references from similar university or organizational clients - Submission via DocuSign and adherence to specified proposal format and evaluation criteria - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term of one year, with two optional one-year renewals - Termination requires 90 days' notice after an initial 60-day period - Place of Performance: - Kent State University main campus and other university facilities in Kent, Ohio

Description

Kent State University is soliciting proposals for uniformed event services to support its athletics programs. The procurement involves providing uniformed event services at Kent State University, located in Kent, Ohio. Proposals must be submitted by May 7, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern via DocuSign submission. The procurement department reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to award partial proposals if deemed in the university's best interest. Questions should be directed to Alan D. Parker, Strategic Sourcing Manager at Kent State University.

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