Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000026304

Armed Security Guard Services for Louisiana Department of Health, Region 5

This opportunity seeks armed security guard services for the Louisiana Department of Health, Medical Vendor Administration, Region 5 in Lake Charles, LA. - Government Buyer: - State of Louisiana, Office of State Procurement, on behalf of the Louisiana Department of Health, Medical Vendor Administration, Region 5 - Products/Services Requested: - Armed security guard services for one on-site guard, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm - Estimated 2,200 hours per year - Guards must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners - Guards must carry specified firearms (.38/.357 caliber revolver, 9mm/.40/.45 caliber semi-automatic) supplied by the agency - Services include visitor screening, emergency response, reporting, and adherence to strict performance standards - Contractor must provide all labor, supervision, uniforms, materials, equipment, and relief guards as needed - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Minimum wage of $18.00 per hour for guards - Compliance with all state laws, background checks, drug screening, and training - Specific insurance and fidelity bond coverage required - Strict uniform and conduct standards - Continuous coverage and relief guard provision required - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the solicitation is open to qualified, licensed security service providers in Louisiana.

Description

This solicitation is to establish a service contract to provide armed security guard services for the Louisiana Department of Health - Medical Vendor Administration, Region 5. The contract period is for an initial one-year term beginning July 1, 2026, or date of award, ending June 30, 2027, with the option to renew for two additional 12-month periods. The scope includes providing licensed armed security guards to maintain security, enforce regulations, and perform duties such as greeting visitors and maintaining logs. Guards must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners and carry specified firearms. The service is required Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with one armed guard stationed at 620 Esplanade St., Lake Charles, LA.

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